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Giving up ultra-processed food is designed to be hard. Here's why so many of us reach for the junk and how to gradually kick the habit....
One of the key conclusions from doing a deep-dive analysis of my IRA with Empower, is that I should be able tolive it up more in retirement. In fact, we should all be able to live it up more in retire...
Bill Bengen updates his Safe Withdrawal Rate to 4.7%. What it means for retirees and how long your portfolio can really last....
You may remember the post I did about 3 weeks ago about death of a spouse early in retirement. I figured it would be good for me and those of you who have not been through this to give an update. Mode...
For a very long time, I’ve had this theory that any job is fun as long as you don’t do it for too long. And there are two key things about retirement that are tremendously liberating about...
I’m looking for advice or some experience based opinions on my retirement plan. I’m two years out from retirement and at the same time, I would have my mortgage paid off at 60. But instead...
Retirement fears are real and deeply felt, but planning reduces the worry as shown by a poll of 1,000+ people who are approaching retirement. The post What Scares People More: Retirement or a Dark Wal...
Before starting my Social Security retirement benefits a year ago, I decided to look into how to find the benefit start month that would maximize the value of benefits over my life expectancy. Sounded...
The GOAT of basketball on how he spends his time and what he misses....
What if the next 10 years bring just 3% returns from the S&P 500? In this episode, we turn that forecast into a real-world retirement plan—not panic. You’ll learn how to stress test yo...
We asked financial experts for advice....
Understand the key differences between Medicare Supplement Plans G and N, including costs, coverage, and how to choose the right one for your needs....
The best strategy for when to claim Social Security benefits resides in a wide zone. It doesn't matter much when you choose a date within the zone. Learn the Nuts and Bolts I put everything I use to m...
Rona Guymon and Jeremy Keil discuss how the recent economic changes have affected retirement plans and strategies....
Family offices are shifting their global investment priorities and goals in the face of uncertainty, volatile markets and the influence of younger generations....
FROM THE ARTICLE. How Your Savings Can Get You a Bigger Social Security Payout. A ‘bridge strategy’ to delay your benefit claim could make your money last longer, but few retirees try it. ...
Think your retirement’s safer with a little gold, a favorite stock, and a home full of equity? Time for a reality check. In this episode, we put three “sacred” retirement assets to t...
As of 2025, among new medical school graduates who carry debt, the typical student debt burden is around $216,659. And ... Read more...
Most of us enter medicine because we care about outcomes, lives, and long-term impact. Yet, somewhere along the way, many ... Read more...
FROM THE ARTICLE. By Deirdre Shesgreen, AARP. Published October 22, 2025. When Dolores Taylor needed to update her bank information with the Social Security Administration (SSA) earlier this year, the...
We've officially announced all 10 winners for the 2025 WCI Scholarship. Here are the winning essays and how much money each has earned. The post 2025 WCI Scholarship Winners appeared first on The Whit...
FROM THE ARTICLE. By Bryan Miller, AARP Research . Published October 21, 2025. Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) typically provides retirees with an annual increase in their ret...
Good morning, I have been trying to decide when to start my Social Security retirement benefits. I've talked to others who have started and my Fidelity advisor but their thoughts were either specific ...
Many people believe they are moving to state tax havens, but they are not. They didn’t examine the details of state and local taxes. The details are important....
Want to maximize your Social Security check? Learn the 10 most common Social Security filing errors and the steps you need to take to boost your guaranteed retirement income....
After a strong third quarter and a better-than-expected September, investors are asking, “How much longer can this last?” In his latest market update, Mark Sorensen, CEO and Chief Investme...
We are in our early 60s, healthy, in good shape and enjoy the outdoors. We are moderate hikers (3-6 miles). We also enjoy kayaking (noting too crazy), sightseeing and exploring new spots. We recently ...
We went to a retirement seminar and the advisor is putting it on is very big on LIRPs. It is the answer to everything and the best thing since pockets on a shirt. I can certainly see some advantages, ...
As a condition of retirement, did you have any professional milestones or accomplishments that prompted you to retire, or that you wanted to do before you retired? I’m not talking about obvious ...
More seniors than ever are choosing Medicare Advantage, but the growth isn't universal. In some states, most still prefer original Medicare, according to a recent SmartAsset study....
New research from the National Council on Aging found that wealth plays a major role in longevity, a factor financial advisors say can dramatically alter retirement plans....
Best Places to Retire in the U.S. in 2025-2026...
Find out when you can expect your 2026 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday....
Test your basic knowledge of filing for Social Security benefits in our 10 question quick quiz....
A little more than ten years ago, the Financial Analysts Journal released “The Only Spending Rule You Will Ever Need” by M. Barton Warning and Laurence Siegel. Recently, Stefan Sharkansky ...
The interaction of the brain with the world of investing is fascinating. But know this: your brain is not designed to help you invest. The post Loss Aversion: A Killer to Successful Investing, and How...
I've been reading recently about the cognitive benefits or otherwise of different game types. This from CNN 4 days ago: "According to a new clinical trial, the success of brain training in slowing cog...
Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA tackle the fears that mess with even the best-laid financial plans, today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast 552. Big Wallet Barbie and Ken from the...
Tilt Cash Advance App (Formerly Empower) 2025 Review...
I follow an X/Twitter account that regularly posts the following chart, updating it frequently. The chart compares the Nasdaq’s performance — between Netscape’s 1994 release and the ...
Episode 497 Fred jumps from investment to investment, always chasing the headlines but never building wealth. Sign up for free ALERTs & Market Commentary at: https://www.investablewealth.com/subsc...
If you’ve ever thought about retiring early, you’ve probably asked yourself the same question everyone does: “What’s the magic number I need to hit before I can retire?” ...
The MIT AgeLab’s Longevity Preparedness Index redefines retirement planning, turning longevity from a financial goal into a blueprint for living better longer....
After doing my first free Empower financial professional review back in 2015, I decided to do another investment portfolio review with them. Given the portfolio review isfree for anyone with over $100...
The talk-show host, author and podcaster tells Kiplinger what people can do to ensure a happy retirement....
Hey everyone! Have you been paying attention to the economy? Everything is getting more expensive, and it is very difficult to find a job. Life is tough for little guys ... Read more The post How are ...
While alternatives offer diversification and higher potential returns, including them in your workplace retirement plan would require careful consideration....
Here’s what to know before you commit....
I used to be thrifty but not financial literate. This is my journey to learning about money and why, in retrospect, it was so vital. The post What’s Your Motivational Fire Toward Financial Liter...
The real question isn’t “Can we retire?”, it’s “On how much, and when do the big costs fade so our savings can breathe?” In this episode, James walks through one co...