Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Time to Protect Your Gains After 3 Years of Market Growth?Hooray for the market's double-digit growth three years in a row, but it could be time to check in on your risk tolerance.
By Spencer Ford
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Should You Upsize When College and Retirement Collide?With $4 million saved, a couple wants a bigger home for their teens before retiring in eight years. In this week's Wealth Wise advice column, advisers reveal why it’s risky — and smart alternatives.
By Maurie Backman
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Why Your Retirement Plan Needs More Than Just CDsCDs and Treasuries are secure, but thanks to inflation they might not get you through retirement. You'll likely need some growth-focused investments, too.
By Scott Tucker, Investment Adviser Representative
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The 5 Pillars of a Happy and Fulfilling RetirementWhile a solid financial plan tells you if you can afford to retire, a "second checklist" focused on purpose, relationships and well-being is also important.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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Hit Your Savings Goal? Why You Shouldn't Retire YetHitting your savings goal is worth celebrating, but you're not done with retirement planning. Next, ask yourself how you'll keep more of what you saved.
By Pam Krueger
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Cash Flow vs Income in Retirement: Avoid Overpaying TaxesRetirees often overpay their taxes because they mix up their cash flow, income and actual spending. Understanding the differences can help you stay in control.
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
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Why Age 65 Is a Dangerous Retirement TargetLife expectancy has risen sharply since 65 was set as the age to stop working. You might need to support yourself for 30 years or more. Here's how to prepare.
By Jon Sabes
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Five Roth IRA Pitfalls Your Adviser May Not Tell You AboutThere's a lot to love about Roth IRAs, but their downsides are very real. They could put a dent in your retirement savings if you're unaware of them.
By Maurie Backman
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Quiz: Understanding Roth ConversionsQuiz Test your basic knowledge of Roth conversions in our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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