Happy Retirement
News, insights and expert analysis on happy retirement from the team at Kiplinger.
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Five Reasons You Should Take Social Security At 62 (and Five Reasons You Should Wait)There are sound reasons to take Social Security early. While many experts say it's best to wait until full retirement age to claim benefits, here are some reasons to start early.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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3 Questions to Ask Before UnretiringThinking of unretiring? Before you decide to return to work, make sure you know the answers to these critical questions.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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I've Been Offered a Buyout, but I Love My Job and 'Work Family'We asked financial advisers whether this 62-year-old should take the six-month buyout and retire, or work a few more years.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Rule of 55 in a 401(k): One Way to Fund Early RetirementThe Rule of 55 lets you access your 401(k) retirement funds early. When paired with other strategies, it could help you kiss the office goodbye.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Eight Biggest Financial Planning Myths: How Many Do You Believe?These financial planning myths are some of the whoppers you may hear when you're approaching retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Hantavirus: What Retirees Need to Know Before Boarding a Cruise Ship This SummerAre you planning to take a cruise this summer? Get the facts on the rare hantavirus outbreak and why experts say norovirus remains the bigger health threat for retirees.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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We Love Hosting Guests at our $3.2M Beach House All Summer. Given Inflation, Should We Cut Back?We asked financial advisers if this couple should cut expenses or borrow money to host this summer.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Best Places to Retire in the WorldWhen it comes to the best places to retire in the world, which country is at the top of the list? And where does the U.S. feature on the leaderboard? We investigate.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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What Does It Really Take to Retire Rich?Stick with a steady savings plan and smart investing over the long haul, and even a perfectly average paycheck can pave the way to retiring rich and living large.
By Kathryn Pomroy
