U.S. gets a C+ in retirement, on par with Kazakhstan and Colombia
The nation's system of Social Security and private savings leaves Americans less secure in retirement than residents of many other nations, a new study finds.
The nation's system of Social Security and private savings leaves Americans less secure in retirement than residents of many other nations, a new study finds.
People say they need more money than ever to retire comfortably, but most employees are far from reaching their financial goal.
SurePayroll's General Manager Andy Roe investigates why a majority of small businesses offer little to no retirement plan options.
Most 401(k) plans and some 403(b) and 457 plans allow the participant to borrow from their plan, but is it a good idea?
Americans hoping to retire may be disappointed at the balance in their 401k's when that time comes.
Did mom file her tax return this year? Ask her if she wants some help with her tax return.
Congress and the IRS decided that you cannot leave your pre-tax retirement savings growing forever tax-deferred, so they chose 70½ for you to begin mandatory withdrawals.
At 59½ you can finally get at those dollars you have been stashing away for years in your retirement plans without paying a 10% penalty.
Age 55 seems to be a magical number. It's the elusive goal for retiring early!
Congress increased the amount workers could contribute to their retirement plans but then realized that older workers closer to retirement were in rough shape.
Let's start with the employer plans, 60% of employers offer some sort of retirement plan, but only about 50% of employees take advantage of the plans offered.
According to the Employee Benefit Research Institute's latest study on borrowing, more than 20% of participants have outstanding loans from their retirement plans.
Mid-year is a good time to take stock of your retirement accounts.
There is tax planning for the recent graduate or their parents who want to give them advice.
At 60, retirement is so close you can actually taste it, but you haven't saved enough and you know unless you win the lottery there will never be a million dollars in your bank account, so what can you do?
Whether you're 25 or 55, you know you'll want to retire one day – and to retire in comfort you must save. These five simple steps can help you make a big difference in your efforts to reach retirement with lots of money in your retirement account.
Today starts a national campaign for Americans to save more money.
It's time to dig out those receipts for last year's charitable contributions.
Congress and the IRS decided that you cannot leave your pre-tax retirement savings growing forever tax-deferred, so they chose 70½ for you to begin mandatory withdrawals.
At 59½ you can finally get at those dollars you have been stashing away for years in your retirement plans without paying a 10% penalty.
Age 55 seems to be a magical number...but very few individuals can realize an early retirement.
Many birthdays are key to successful retirement planning...and as these birthdays creep up, you need to do some planning.
We want to save more. It's at the top of most consumers New Year's resolution list. So what holds us back?
The average 401(k) balance came in at $80,600 at the end of the second quarter of this year (2013) according to a report released by Fidelity, which represents 12.4 million U.S. workers.
Workers over 50 can contribute an extra $5,500 this year to their 401(k), 403(b), 457.
Jeremy Swayman doesn't know if he'll be asked to play again in Game 4. But he knows he wants to.
The NFL Draft has arrived, meaning the Patriots will make a potentially franchise-altering pick early Thursday night. It will also mark the end of "Mock Draft Season."
Not again, Boston Celtics. Please, not again.
The judge will hear arguments on several key motions in the Karen Read murder case ahead of opening statements.
Alvaro Larrama, the bouncer charged with killing a Marine veteran two years ago at a Boston bar, pleaded guilty to manslaughter Thursday.
Boston Police arrested more than 100 people as they cleared out pro-Palestinian protesters and their encampment from Emerson College early Thursday.
The judge will hear arguments on several key motions in the Karen Read murder case ahead of opening statements.
Alvaro Larrama, the bouncer charged with killing a Marine veteran two years ago at a Boston bar, pleaded guilty to manslaughter Thursday.
Here's everything you need to know about the New England Patriots heading into the NFL draft.
Ever since TikTok Shop launched last year, users started buying products directly through the app, and now it means millions of dollars for small and medium sized business all over the country.
The CDC is keeping a close eye on the impact that rising heat is having on o
The CDC has issued an advisory about the risks of safely injecting Botox after some people have gotten so sick they had to be hospitalized.
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
Members of Gen-Z believe they are aging faster than other generations, but is that true?
Scientists are making progress in using less toxic immunotherapy instead of traditional chemotherapy to fight cancer.
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
Quincy City Council President Ian Cain and Swansea attorney John Deaton are seeking the Republican nomination to run against Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
Pro-Palestinian students have accelerated their protests of the Israel-Hamas war. But are the they helping or hurting their cause?
Massachusetts State Sen. Peter Durant weighed in on budget concerns in Massachusetts.
According to ADL's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, Massachusetts had the fifth most incidents in the country last year, up a shocking 189 percent over 2022.
"It's the golden goose," said Rooney of Boston's commercial property taxes, which provides a large percentage of the city's annual revenue.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Boston-based box wine brand Alileo teamed up with Caffe Nero to launch a coffee and wine experience in Massachusetts.
Today is Patriots' Day in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the celebrations and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Robert Shure is the talented sculptor behind the FAO Schwartz teddy bear, the Cy Young memorial and the Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial.
Ming Tsai demonstrates how to cook a traditional Chinese street food - Ming's bings.
Founded out of love, Rustic Marlin is a home décor and lifestyle brand with a unique origin story in Massachusetts.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Jeremy Swayman doesn't know if he'll be asked to play again in Game 4. But he knows he wants to.
The NFL Draft has arrived, meaning the Patriots will make a potentially franchise-altering pick early Thursday night. It will also mark the end of "Mock Draft Season."
Not again, Boston Celtics. Please, not again.
The Patriots are at least considering cashing in the value of their second-round pick by trading up to get back into the first round.
The Boston Bruins needed someone to step up Wednesday night in Game 3 against the Leafs. Who better than their captain, Brad Marchand?
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.