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My grandkids want me to donate to their fundraisers, but I'm on a budget.
When your heart says "yes" but your wallet says "no," there is still a way forward. Here's what financial pros say.
By Maurie Backman
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Your Retirement Age Is Just a Number: Today's Retirement Goal Is 'Work Optional'
Becoming "work optional" is about control — of your time, your choices and your future. This seven-step guide from a financial planner can help you get there.
By Philip G. Palumbo, CFP®
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Eight 401(k) Mistakes That Can Tank Your Retirement
401(k) mistakes like cashing out early and not taking advantage of an employer match can upend your retirement.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Quiz: Do You Know How to Maximize Your Social Security Check?
Quiz Test your knowledge of Social Security delayed retirement credits with our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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Private Capital Wants In on Your Retirement Account
Does offering private capital in 401(k)s represent an exciting new investment opportunity for "the little guy," or an opaque and expensive Wall Street product?
By David Weidner
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Paying for Long-Term Care: Myths vs Uncomfortable Truths
None of us wants to think we'll need long-term care when we get older, but the odds are roughly even that we will. Which is all the more reason to understand the realities of LTC and how to pay for it.
By Ethan Robertson
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Fix Your Mix: How to Derisk Your Portfolio Before Retirement
In the run-up to retirement, your asset allocation needs to match your risk tolerance without eliminating potential for growth. Here's how to find the right mix.
By Johnny Rosier, NSSA®, CFF®, FRC
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How One Extra Dollar of Income Can Cost You Thousands in Retirement
Retirement Even modest changes in retirement income can raise Medicare premiums under IRMAA. Here’s how a small increase can affect your retirement costs.
By Chrissy Paradis
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Best Conservative Investments for Retirees
The best conservative investments for retirees include low-cost mutual funds and ETFs that hold stocks and bonds as well as simple and safe money market funds.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA
