Latest Retirement Headlines
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May 15, 2012 | 1:03 PM PDT
A real retirement plan crisis
The state of retirement savings in America is in big trouble and not just because of the financial crisis
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Play CBS Video May 15, 2012 | 9:05 AM PDT
Jamie Dimon to face shareholders
Investors watch on-going negotiations in Greece, Jamie Dimon faces JP Morgan Chase shareholders after losing $2 billion dollars in a bad trade, and Facebook raises the price of its IPO. Ashley Morrison reports.
Business
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Play CBS Video May 15, 2012 | 9:29 AM PDT
How does the JPMorgan fallout affect you?
Since JPMorgan publicly admitted to losing $2 billion in a trading bet, many people are wondering if the fallout will be like our most recent financial crisis. Jill Schlesinger of CBS MoneyWatch explains who the JPMorgan fallout will affect.
Business
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May 15, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
401(k) retirement income options coming your way
A number of new financial products aim to help people convert their 401(k) balances into steady retirement income
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May 14, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
Coping with rising retiree medical costs
Take steps now to protect yourself against rising health care costs during retirement
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May 11, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
Retiree medical expense study is a shocker
The projected cost people are expected to spend on medical expenses in retirement is staggering - here's how to plan for it
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May 10, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
Retirement planning advice that's effective
A new book gives you simple yet effective retirement planning advice
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May 8, 2012 | 7:40 AM PDT
Do you still need life insurance?
Life insurance is often a critical component of your financial plan, but many retirees continue to pay for coverage that they may not need
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May 8, 2012 | 7:03 AM PDT
AARP to Congress: End the Social Security tax holiday
The powerful senior advocacy group wants to see the temporary payroll tax reduction stopped and Social Security strengthened
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May 7, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
Online Social Security statements: Patience advised
Now there's no excuse not to learn how much you'll get from Social Security - but find out why you may have to be patient
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May 4, 2012 | 8:10 AM PDT
Record low mortgage rates: What to do now
With mortgage rates this low, home buyers and homeowners should make their moves now - here are a few things to consider
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May 3, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
Ford's retiree cashout: A trap for the unwary
For retired employees, lump-sum pension payments are fraught with risk
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May 2, 2012 | 4:43 AM PDT
IRA and 401(k) drawdown: Just tell me what to do for immediate annuities
Here are simple ways to generate retirement income from your retirement savings
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May 1, 2012 | 3:07 AM PDT
Are boomerang kids hurting your retirement?
Some parents are putting their financial lives in jeopardy to help their adult kids
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May 1, 2012 | 3:06 AM PDT
Reverse mortgages: Don't let the Fonz sell you
Celebrities like Henry Winkler (aka "the Fonz") tout the benefits of reverse mortgages, but these loans aren't for everyone
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April 30, 2012 | 8:55 AM PDT
Donating appreciated stock can double tax benefits
Investors with big gains in stocks or funds this year should consider donating shares instead of cash
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April 30, 2012 | 5:46 AM PDT
IRA and 401(k) drawdown: Just tell me what to do for managed payouts
Here are simple ways to generate retirement income from your retirement savings
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April 30, 2012 | 4:00 AM PDT
Improving your credit score without gimmicks
Don't assume your credit score is doomed, because there are steps you can take to boost your credit score
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April 25, 2012 | 8:17 AM PDT
IRA and 401(k) retirement drawdown: Just tell me what to do!
How to generate retirement income from your IRA and 401(k)? It doesn't need to be hard
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April 24, 2012 | 10:00 AM PDT
The top factors in retirement planning
Consider all the saving tools, not just asset allocation, to help prepare for retirement
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April 24, 2012 | 6:59 AM PDT
Is Social Security broke or not?
Let's find the will to make modest changes to Social Security
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April 23, 2012 | 11:57 AM PDT
Social Security: Trust fund in the red by 2033
A challenging economy and higher energy prices are hurting the financial condition of Social Security and Medicare
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April 23, 2012 | 9:34 AM PDT
When should you take Social Security?
The benefits of waiting as long as possible (up to age 70) have only increased as interest rates have fallen. Here's why
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April 23, 2012 | 7:42 AM PDT
Retirement planning: Just tell me what to do
Follow these simple steps to secure your retirement
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April 20, 2012 | 4:25 AM PDT
Are your retirement goals divorced from reality?
Replace wishful thinking about your golden years with solid action steps
