Happy Retirement
News, insights and expert analysis on happy retirement from the team at Kiplinger.
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Can You Afford Retirement in Greece? 3 Tax Benefits Make It PossibleRetirement Taxes Affordable luxury in the Mediterranean may be closer than you think. Here's how.
By Kate Schubel
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Why You May Not Want to Move Near the Grandkids in RetirementThinking of moving near the grandchildren in retirement? Before you pack up your bags, you may want to think again.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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How to Keep Your Work Friends After You RetireWork friends can make the toughest days better. While retiring changes your daily rhythm, it’s also a good time to curate a community built on shared passions. Here’s how.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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I want to travel, my wife wants to donate 10% of our income.We asked wealth planners if "tithing" (donating 10%) makes sense in retirement.
By Maurie Backman
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Retirement Is Like Everest: The Ascent Isn't the Only RiskThe real risk in retirement is failing to plan for the "descent" — the psychological and lifestyle changes that occur after you reach your financial goals.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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6 Best Places to Live in FloridaPlaces to Live Florida offers a range of cities where you’re never far from the sound of lapping waves.
By Drew Limsky
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Afraid to Dip Into Your Savings? 8 Guilt-Free Ways to Finally Enjoy Your RetirementStop worrying about the balance. From legacy gifts to bucket list travel, here are 8 ways to spend your retirement savings without the guilt.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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We're Retired but My Wife Keeps Shopping. Am I Being Cheap, or Are We Going Broke?We asked wealth planners how to protect a nest egg when one spouse is a spendthrift.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Utah is #1 for Happiness, but Minnesota Wins on Health: 2026’s Surprising Retirement RankingsUtah tops the list for having the happiest retirees, while Minnesota ranks high for best overall health care. Where does your state rank?
By Kathryn Pomroy
