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Retirement Savings On Track? How Much Should You Have Between 61 and 65
JPMorgan’s guide can help baby boomers determine whether they have saved enough for a retirement pegged to their income level.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Social Security Under Trump Live Updates: Tax Bill Could Trigger $500 Billion in Medicare Cuts and Get Free Expert Advice on Your Retirement Plan
Social Security Blog Social Security is undergoing big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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What Retirement Savings You Should Have by 55 and 60
A new guide can help older Gen Xers determine whether they have saved enough for a retirement pegged to their income level.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Retirement Savings on Track? How Much You Should Have by 50 and 55
See how your retirement savings compare to this Wall Street guide for people aged 50 and 55, ranked by income.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Ask the Editor — Reader Questions on Gifts, Estate Tax
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on gifts, the estate tax and stepped-up basis upon death. In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on gifts, the estate tax and stepped-up basis upon death.
By Joy Taylor Published
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on gifts, the estate tax and stepped-up basis upon death. -
The Rule of 55: One Way to Fund Early Retirement
The Rule of 55 lets you access your retirement funds early. When paired with other strategies, it could help you kiss the office goodbye.
By Jacob Schroeder Last updated
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Get a Free Will or Trust, Online, in Under an Hour
Create a state-specific, attorney-approved will or living trust — at no cost and in less than one hour — with Fifth Third Bank.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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The 401(k) Option Few Plans Offer, But Most People Want
In addition to traditional holdings, employees want retirement plans that offer options for converting savings into guaranteed monthly income that never runs out.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Five Reasons Roth Conversions and Pensions Work Well Together
This financial planner unpacks why Roth conversions can save you big-time on taxes if you're a retiree with a pension.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published