Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Why 'Exclusive Opportunities' Can Be Bad Financial MovesPrivate credit funds, real estate deals, hedge funds and venture capital allocations aren't available to everyone, but can also carry extra costs and risks.
By Kevin Caldwell
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Eight Things You Must Know About Retiring to the CarolinasFrom the picturesque beach towns to cozy mountain communities, North Carolina and South Carolina offer retirees plenty of incentives.
By Bob Niedt
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6 Early Retirement Mistakes to AvoidThese early retirement mistakes can douse your FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) efforts.
By Jacob Schroeder
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How to Hit the $24,500 401(k) Limit in the Next 6 MonthsDon't leave money on the table. If you want to maximize your retirement savings this year, it's time to adjust your paycheck math right now.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Jean Chatzky: This Is the Biggest Retirement Mistake You Can MakeAre you winging your retirement spending? Financial expert Jean Chatzky tells Kiplinger why lack of a concrete plan is preventing retirees from living their best lives.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The 'First Year of Retirement' RuleThe "first year of retirement" rule says the 12 months after you leave work set the tone for your entire later life — so it's vital to approach them mindfully.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Why the Key Question in Retirement Planning Isn't About MoneyToday's retirement planning has a fundamental flaw: It focuses on how much money you need while ignoring the more important question — what you'll do with it.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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7 Financial Steps to Take Before You File for a Gray DivorceContemplating a gray divorce? Before calling in the lawyers, take time to understand your financial situation and the impact of dividing assets later in life.
By David Abraham
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How Do I Protect My $5 Million From My Freely Spending Partner?"I'm a wealthy saver, he's a lavish spender with a mortgage. Am I crazy to consider marriage?" Kiplinger's Wealth Wise team answers a reader's financial dilemma.
By Maurie Backman
