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Nik and Adinah Johnson, who retired in their forties, are part of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), a movement that looks at work as a means to an end, and where frugality buys freedom from the rat race.
Resources to help with planning a financially healthy retirement.
"The American Dream of retirement is going to be a nightmare for too many Gen-Xers," one expert said.
Two out of three U.S. adults do not have a will or other estate planning documents, according to a Caring.com survey
With the tax filing deadline less than a month away, the IRS has already handled more than 67 million returns. More than 55 million will get a refund, with the average return just over $3,000. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the best ways to use that money when it comes to planning for retirement.
About 65 million Americans are part of Generation X, and they will be the next generation to retire. A recent TD Ameritrade survey finds only 33 percent of Gen X workers expect to be "very secure" in retirement. Almost half worry about running out of money. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to offer practical tips for saving for retirement.
A new study by WalletHub ranks U.S. states from best to worst for retirement, based on 41 criteria including affordability, quality of life and health care access.
Generation X, or Americans born between the mid-60s and mid-80s, won't start hitting retirement age for another 12 years, but a new report says many believe they're not on track. Thirty-seven percent say they'd like to fully retire, but don't think they'll be able to afford it and 43 percent say they're behind in their savings. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why Generation X feels this way and tips for getting your financial future back on track.
Personal finance experts show how being a smart investor can set you on the path to financial freedom in the future. The advice is part of CBSN: Making Your Money Matter -- a special program dedicated to personal finance.
Personal finance experts explain how to create a budget and avoid living paycheck to paycheck. The advice is part of CBSN: Making Your Money Matter -- a special program dedicated to personal finance.
Is it safe to assume that your monthly Social Security checks will support you through retirement? CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss when to claim benefits, how to maximize your checks, and more.
More and more people are delaying planning for retirement. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Jill Harding joins CBSN to discuss tips for calculating what you need to save and how to cut spending to maximize your payoff later.
Want to know how to maximize your savings now with a big payoff during your retirement? Downsizing a home and vehicle can help. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss.
If you are leaving your job, retirement savings may not be the first thing on your mind. But it pays to think about what to do with your 401K before jumping to your next gig. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Jill Harding joins CBSN to discuss some of the options to consider.
When it comes to health care bills, millions of Americans may come up short and it will only get worse as you age. Business and financial expert Dan Geltrude joins CBSN to discuss how to plan ahead for health expenses.
Health care costs can ruin years of careful retirement planning, but an HSA can help meet that challenge.
From downsizing to cashing out with a reverse mortgage, your home can be a major source of income in retirement. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how to protect your house and your equity in retirement.
From downsizing to cashing out with a reverse mortgages, your home can be a major source of income in retirement
Planning for retirement is always a good idea, but there are different ways to do it. What type of retirement account is the best choice for you? Yahoo Finance's Melody Hahm joins CBSN with more.
Saving for retirement can be a challenge no matter what, but half of U.S. workers don't even have access to a 401(k). Now some states are looking into creating publicly run retirement savings accounts that workers can carry job to job.
Venturing abroad for retirement can offer major benefits -- if you've thought things through.
Life expectancy in the U.S. continues to rise. How do you ensure you save enough money to last your entire retirement? CBS News senior business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN with tips for stretching your savings.
With longevity increasing and uncertainty over retirement benefits, how should young people plan to save?
If you aren't making millions, is it possible to retire early from your day job?
Many people wonder what's more important to prioritize in personal finance: saving to buy a house or saving for retirement? Yahoo Finance's Jeanie Ahn joins CBSN with helpful tips for smarter saving.
