Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Why a Retirement ‘Magic Number’ May Be the Wrong TargetIs your retirement goal a "magic number" you think you need to be comfortable? You need a plan based on your own life, not someone else's arbitrary benchmark.
By Michael Cherny
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How to Build a 'Launch Fund' for Your Kids or GrandkidsFrom 529 rollovers to custodial accounts, financial experts explain how to set young adults up for true financial independence.
By Maurie Backman
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How to Prepare Yourself and Your Family for Long-Term CareLong-term care involves dealing with doctors, managing medications, arranging transportation and finding a facility. How should you and your family prepare?
By Chad Ensign, Investment Adviser Representative
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Estate Planning Checklist: 13 Smart MovesFollow this estate planning checklist to hold on to more of your hard-earned money for both you (and your heirs).
By Janet Kidd Stewart
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Don't Miss Out! A Quiz on Medicare Enrollment DeadlinesQuiz Test your basic knowledge of Medicare enrollment periods in our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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Where to Find Financial Advice Without the Sales PitchThe Garrett Planning Network of financial professionals aims to break down the barriers stopping ordinary Americans from getting the unbiased guidance they need.
By David Bromelkamp
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Best 529 Plans of 2026Check out the best 529 plans of 2026 to find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
By Erin Bendig
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Use the 529 'Grandparent Loophole' To Maximize College SavingsHow the 529 grandparent loophole lets you fund a grandchild’s college education without impacting their financial aid.
By Erin Bendig
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10 Things To Know for Medicare Open EnrollmentMedicare open enrollment starts on October 15 and ends on December 7. Here's what to sign up for and what to avoid.
By Elaine Silvestrini
