Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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I'm 61 and want a divorce. Should we live separately but stay married?
We asked Certified Divorce Financial Analysts for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Is Your Retirement Plan Missing a Caregiving Strategy?
Millions of people over 65 care for grandkids, adult kids or aging parents and will also need care themselves. Building a caregiving strategy is crucial.
By Anna M. Rappaport, FSA, MAAA
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Social Security Benefits and Your Taxes: 6 Things to Know for 2026
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Use Your Health Savings Account in Retirement
Strategic saving and investing of HSA funds during your working years can unlock the full potential of these accounts to cover healthcare costs and more in retirement.
By Donna LeValley
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Investors Could Reap Millions With 2026's Shift in Tax Rules
Three major tax strategies will align in 2026, creating unique opportunities for real estate investors to significantly grow their wealth. Here's how it works.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Five Easy Ways to Jumpstart Retirement Planning
When it comes to saving for retirement, procrastinating is all too common. However, stalling for too long will hurt your financial security, especially in the long term. Here are five tips to break the cycle.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Gray Divorce After 50: Managing the Shift to Your Solo 'Second Act'
Gray divorce presents complex challenges for families, yet it can also catalyze self-discovery and a vibrant new chapter.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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General Partner Stakes: Why Investors Buy Into Private Equity
GP stakes in asset management firms offer exposure to private markets and are no longer just for the wealthy. Find out why it looks like a good year to invest.
By Christopher Zook
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Will Soaring Health Care Premiums Tank Your Early Retirement?
If you're under 65 and want to retire soon, your plan may be derailed by skyrocketing ACA marketplace premiums. Here's what you can do.
By Adam Shell
