Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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The 'Rule of 25' for Retirement Planning: Start HereTry the simple calculation of the "Rule of 25." Because sometimes, a back-of-the-napkin idea is all you need to get started.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Your Retirement Plan Can't Just Be About Numbers: Here's WhyDoes your retirement plan account for increasing healthcare costs and longevity? It's time to stop focusing on market returns and take a more complete approach.
By Jared Nepa
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Are You Ready To Retire at 67? Take Our Quiz to Find OutIs 67 the perfect age for you to retire? Answer these 5 questions and find out.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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5 Hidden Costs Draining Retirees' BudgetsThe bills they don’t see coming cause the most angst for retirees. Here's what to look out for.
By Brian O'Connell
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Should You Go All In on an S&P 500 ETF for Retirement Savings?The S&P 500 has been a portfolio staple for generations. But how should an index ETF actually fit into your retirement strategy? Here is what experts say.
By Maurie Backman
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The Retirement Tax Assumption That Could Cost YouIncome from multiple sources such as pretax accounts and Social Security can result in a tax bill that might surprise you … and not in a good way.
By John Jones, ChFC®, EA, BCP®
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Your Medicare Costs Are Set to Soar Over the Next DecadeMedicare beneficiaries will face higher premiums, deductibles and surcharges starting in 2026 and continuing over the next decade. Here's what you need to know.
By Donna LeValley
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How to Retire Early in 7 StepsHere is the secret sauce for retiring early. You can try out that dream career or hobby, travel or just slow down, but be sure it's what you really want.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Want to Retire Abroad? Here Is How to Actually Make the MoveAdventure, lower costs, affordable healthcare and a richer life can all be yours overseas — but you have to nail the practical details first.
By Diane Harris
