Retirement Plans
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Will an AI Robot Take Care of You in Old Age?
AI Robots may be just the help older adults and their caretakers need for a host of tasks. Just don't expect it to be a cute little humanoid — yet.
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How to Open a Roth IRA in 5 Simple Steps
retirement Here's what you need to know in order to open a Roth IRA.
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Five Roth IRA Pitfalls Your Adviser May Not Tell You About
Heffalump traps may be imaginary, but Roth IRA pitfalls are very real. They could upend your retirement if you're unaware of them.
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Are Managed 401(k) Accounts Worth the Extra Cost?
Managed 401(k) accounts are an option in an increasing number of company plans, but are they worth the additional fees vs. target-date funds?
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Think Twice Before You Tap Your 401(k) Early
Penalty-free distributions have become more accessible, but they can be detrimental to your retirement security.
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Ask the Editor, June 20: Questions on Tax Deductions and IRAs
Ask the Editor In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers four questions on deductions, tax proposals and IRAs.
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The Costly Mistake You Might Be Making With Your First 401(k)
Most people start contributing to their retirement savings later in life. That could be a big-time mistake, literally costing you thousands of dollars.
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How to Protect Your 401(k) in a Down Market: Seven Solutions
Seven strategies to safeguard your funds if your 401(k) balance nosedives in a down market.
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What if You Could Increase Your Retirement Income by 50% to 75%? Here's How
Combining IRA investments, lifetime income annuities and a HECM into one plan could significantly increase your retirement income and liquid savings compared to traditional planning.
