Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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10 Ways to Strengthen Your Retirement Plan TodayTaking action in areas like tax efficiency and estate organization can help you secure your future while also allowing you the freedom to enjoy your savings.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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GLP-1 Medicare Coverage: How to Get It for $50 (And the Catch)A new CMS program finally brings Wegovy and Zepbound within reach for seniors. But a hidden rule about your deductible could cost you thousands.
By Jacob Schroeder
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The Widow’s Penalty: How to Protect Your FinancesDon't get hit with a higher tax bill just when you've lost your spouse. You can deal with it once the worst has happened, but it's far better to plan ahead.
By Ron Mark
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Retire Abroad Before 60 (or Even 55): What Are You Waiting For?You don't have to wait until 65 to live out your golden years. Here is exactly what it takes to fund an overseas retirement before you turn 60.
By Jacob Schroeder
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2032 Social Security Cuts: What Retirees Stand to Lose in Every StateReducing Social Security benefits doesn't just impact retirees — it hits state economies, creating a double-whammy effect of smaller checks and lower GDPs.
By Donna LeValley
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Spend More in Retirement Without Fear of Running OutCreating an income stream that mimics a paycheck can help you safely loosen the purse strings. Personal finance writer Jean Chatzky shares her opinion.
By Kerri Anne Renzulli
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I Thought My Retirement Was Set — Until I Answered These 3 QuestionsI'm a retirement writer. Three deceptively simple questions helped me focus my retirement and life priorities.
By Jacob Schroeder
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A Financial Checklist for Your 50sYour target retirement age is looming, but you're not sure you're on track to retire the way you want? Here's what to do.
By Rachael Green
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How to Talk to Your Aging Parents About MoneyTalking with your parents about their money can be awkward, but it's necessary to know what's up as they get older. These tips can help.
By Jesse Giordano, CFP®, CAP®, RLP®, CBEC®
