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New GAO study helps illustrate why annuities don't solve the retirement income challenge.
Is it a good idea to start Social Security benefits at age 62, even if you don't need the money to meet your living expenses, and then invest this income? Read here for an insightful analysis for a married couple.
The new school year is just around the corner. Now is the time for college students to line up the right credit card. Here are three of the smartest choices.
A recent study found that about 40% of new hires at companies with automatic enrollments are socking away LESS money than they would if left to enroll voluntarily.
Derek Jeter finally collected career-hit number 3,000. The young man who retrieved the ball gave it back, becoming the latest star-crossed fan to fall financial victim to mental accounting.
What does all the drama about the deficit reduction talks and proposed cuts to Social Security and Medicare mean to you? Read here to find out.
There's only one sure way you're going to feel confident about your financial security in retirement: Have a detailed, written plan for how you'll generate retirement income. Read here for details.
Read here for free advice from retirement planning experts around the country on the best ways to generate retirement income.
Budgeting is easier when you align your values with your spending.
Let's get behind a proposal that ties retirement ages for federal lawmakers to the Social Security retirement age. It's time they experience the realities that the rest of us face.
When considering disputing a merchant's charges, keep in mind that it's in a credit-card company's interest to fix most problems fast. But disputes are only effective if you follow a specific process.
Ever wonder how much Medicare's worth to you, after paying FICA taxes during your working years? We break it down and find out.
With the July 4th holiday upon us, it seems a fitting time to pause from our everyday thoughts -- in this blog that means taking a break from kids, money and personal finance -- and reflect on what this country stands for. My friend Bob Dilenschneider, an author, thinker and corporate adviser, recen...
Greece's new austere measures and Bank of America's stunning $8.5 billion settlement are steps to put the past behind and move on. Here's what it means to you.
According to a study released just last week from MetLife, providing long term care for aging parents will cost the Baby Boomer sandwich generation $3 trillion in lost wages, pension, and Social Security benefits. Here's how to cope.
