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Investing can seem intimidating when you have no background information or resources, but it may be more accessible than you think. Something as simple as a 401(k) or IRA can lead to greater retirement earnings than using a traditional savings account. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joined CBSN with more on how to make the most out of your investments.
Workers at every age should try to set aside some of their earnings for retirement, said CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
The bipartisan bill would allow more small businesses to help with retirement plans, help contribute and pay off loans and let parents use retirement money to help with childcare
Millennials take note: The key to retiring on time is starting to save money early. Follow this advice from experts
Half of American parents are skimping on retirement savings to support their adult children. Here's why that's bad
The bedrock retirement programs for middle- and working-class Americans are in shaky financial shape, report shows
A generation defined by high levels of debt often thinks paying off credit cards and student loans trumps saving for retirement
In our Eye on Money series, we are looking at costly mistakes people make with their finances. Failing to have a will is one of the biggest errors you can make. Fifty-eight percent of American adults have not prepared estate planning documents, according to Caring.com. We spoke to a Massachusetts woman who could lose the home she has lived in for most of her life because her step-father did not leave a will. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger, who writes about the importance of having a will in "The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money," joins "CBS This Morning" to offer practical tips.
A new survey by the investment giant BlackRock suggests tens of millions of Americans still haven't started saving for their retirement. Only 52 percent of women say they've begun to put money away, compared to 61 percent of men. Americans who have a retirement savings plan say they feel a greater sense of well-being. BlackRock president Rob Kapito joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the state of retirement savings.
It really depends on how old you are and whether you've got a strategy in place for inevitable market drops
Tom Coomer, 80, is just one of nearly 10 million Americans over 65 still working. He was working as a machinist when his plant closed down, just one year shy of getting his full pension. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann has his story.
Many Americans are forced to hold off on their retirement, working past 65. CBS business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor to explain why people are working longer, and what they can do to secure their financial future.
The IRS has raised its annual contribution maximums for 401(k)s, IRAs, and health savings accounts
A new survey finds workers who retired are coming back to the workforce, many times in a completely different career. Katie Aupperle from KXJB-TV reports from Fargo, North Dakota.
Your chances of having enough savings set aside by retirement time are much greater if you follow these tips
A new study reveals a jarring truth for baby boomers. Instead of retirement and relaxation, many are facing bankruptcy. More than 12 percent of those who file for bankruptcy protection are over 65, a figure that was just over 2 percent in 1991.
It can be tempting to chase high-flying stocks that could reap big rewards--but also carry big risks. Here's what financial experts recommend to keep your retirement on track.
Even if you don't think you've invested in tech stocks, there's a good chance you have if you have a retirement fund. Co-founders of MarketSnacks, Nick Martell and Jack Kramer, join CBSN to discuss the impact of investing in highly valued tech stocks.
Just a few more months of work can make a big difference for your retirement savings.
The concept of "F.I.R.E." or financial independence and retiring early has gained heat in the financial industry. More people are carefully crafting their spending and savings so they can stop working sooner. Yahoo Finance reporter Jeanine Ahn joins CBSN to break down the basics.
When it comes to preparing for retirement, many Americans worry that while they are busy paying for everyday life, they are falling behind on saving for the future. Senior financial planner for Betterment, Nick Holeman, joins CBSN with some tips on what you can do to get back on track.
If you're like most Americans, you may be stressing about having enough money for retirement. There are many factors at play when trying to make our savings work. Economist Michael Szanto joins CBSN with tips on how to make your money last once you retire.
Many people admit they don't save enough for retirement, but it's never too late to invest in the future. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains how your tax refund could be a good jumping off point.
Planning for retirement can be stressful, especially if you plan on retiring early. The dream of early retirement can mean years of saving and making sacrifices. President and founder of Nicholas Wealth Management, David Nicholas, joins CBSN to discuss tips on how to retire before the average age.
Along with ruining lives, the public health crisis has had a devastating impact on the nation's economy
Legal battle brewing as MillerCoors is accused of wrongly obtaining a rival's beer recipe and other trade secrets
Big banks reporting weaker lending even as the Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates to stoke economic growth
Consumer products giant said the recall is limited to a single batch made and shipped in the U.S. in 2018
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
City of Boston is pulling $248 million in pension assets from Fisher Investments, the latest defection for the firm
Verizon said it's fixed the problem and recommends customers try restarting their phones if they still have problems
Shooter presented a driver's license from Colorado, where the sale of the rifle would have been illegal
Software giant's chief was on leave of absence for health issues, and no cause of death was disclosed
Elizabeth Warren and Bernice King blast Facebook founder after he defends policy of permitting lies in political ads
Recall comes after federal regulators found unsafe levels of a known carcinogen in the popular heartburn drug
Long-running dispute over subsidies for aircraft makers is behind the new tariffs, but they could affect prices on a huge range of products
A series of scandals appear to be tarnishing the social media company's corporate reputation
Economist Gabriel Zucman, the brains behind Elizabeth Warren's wealth tax, says the American Dream is "not doing well"
Spending $1 million on a house can get you 5,000 square feet in the South -- or a condo in San Francisco a fifth that size
