Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Need a Reason to Retire Early? Consider These Eye-Opening Stats
Most people retire early, leaving the workforce before reaching their full retirement age (FRA). Maybe you should, too.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Oval Office Legacies: The Social Security History Quiz
Quiz Test your knowledge of the historical development of Social Security under various U.S. presidents from Roosevelt to Trump.
By Donna LeValley
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12 Great Places to Retire in the Midwest
Places to live Here are our retirement picks in the 12 midwestern states.
By Stacy Rapacon
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Presidents and Social Security: How Presidents Have Impacted America's First Social Insurance Policy
Since its inception in 1935, Social Security has expanded its mission and reach. Here is how each president from Roosevelt to Trump has impacted Social Security.
By Donna LeValley
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Married and Retiring? Here's How to Claim Thousands More in Social Security Benefits
Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits
By Kathryn Pomroy
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The Rule of 1,000 Hours in Retirement
For retirees, the rule of 1,000 hours brings intention and clarity to your day. Because time is the most valuable thing you can spend.
By Jacob Schroeder
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One Country Just Pushed the Retirement Age to 70. Is the US Next?
These countries have the highest and lowest retirement ages in the world — but that doesn’t give the full picture of which is best and worst for retirement.
By Charlotte Gorbold
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Why a Healthy Marriage May Matter More Than Money in Retirement
In retirement, health is as important as finance. And research shows people in supportive marriages have fewer issues with weight, metabolism and self-control.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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How Money Guilt Holds Women Back (and How to Send It Packing)
Women shouldn't let guilt limit the way they manage their hard-earned wealth. It's time to separate emotion from financial decision-making.
By Marcia Dawood
