Retirement Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on retirement planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Is Your Retirement Portfolio Too Late to the Profit Party?
If you're following the usual retirement investment model, you could be missing out on a potential profit period that companies see in the run-up to their IPOs.
By Brianne Lynch, CAIA
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The Surprising Way Retirees Could Slow the Aging Process
This activity could slow your DNA's aging clock. It's free, and no, you don't have to exercise or eat vegetables for it to work.
By Christy Bieber
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8 Worst Pieces of Retirement Advice Ever
Don’t let bad guidance derail your retirement. Here's what financial experts say is the advice every retiree should absolutely avoid.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Nine Things You Need for a Complete Retirement
Sponsored by Physicians Mutual
A successful retirement is built on a solid foundation of careful planning and self-awareness. Here are nine areas you should plan for if you want to retire with confidence.
By Donna LeValley
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Average 401(k) Match: Do You Work for a Generous Company?
Here are the average 401(k) match and the top 10 companies by match policy. A generous 401(k) match provides a more secure retirement.
By Christy Bieber
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Here's What Being in the 2% Club Means for Your Retirement
Only 2% of the population has both a pension and more than $1 million saved. This is a great place to be, but also requires advanced tax planning.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?
The dream of retiring comfortably has become a bit less expensive for most Americans, study shows.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Will You Outlive Your Money?
Americans are less prepared for retirement than they think and are at risk of running out of funds sooner than they realize, according to some reports.
By Janet Bodnar
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6 Changes to IRAs, 401(k)s and HSAs in 2026
Changes to IRAs — Roth and traditional — and 401(k)s may mean more money for you in retirement.
By Donna LeValley
