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Sure, money is a big reason to come out of retirement, but it's not the only reason retirees are doing it....
The costs of homeownership may continue to rise in retirement. Here's how to manage that....
From how to retire in a crazy market to how much to withdraw and how to spend without feeling guilty, a financial pro shares the advice he's given this year....
If you have Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan, reviewing your Annual Notice of Change is crucial. It can save you money and ensure you can still see your preferred doctors and hospitals....
Test your basic knowledge of the Social Security program in our quick quiz....
We all want to honor an aging parent or other loved one's wishes to stay at home for any care needed. But the cost may not be affordable, even for the wealthy....
What should you invest in if you're really, really worried about the current level of the US debt? There are plenty of options to consider. The post The National Debt and World War III — How Sho...
Planning for your child’s college education can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with skyrocketing tuition costs and countless savings options. This week on the show, we’re discuss...
Married couple "Mark" (62) and "Lisa" (60) want to retire together in the next year. They shared their financial plan and their goals with two financial advisors. One advisor said they could retire. T...
Consider the following scenario: You’ve carefully selected private equity investments for your IRA, excited about the potential for tax-advantaged growth. ... Read more...
? Show Notes In this episode of the Retirement Answer Man, Roger Whitney sits down with Peter Lazaroff, Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp, for a thoughtful conversation on the power of simplicity i...
If you want to FIRE, one of my regrets was pulling the ripcord too early at age 34 in 2012. Even though I started writing about FIRE in 2009 with the launch of Financial Samurai—trying to uncove...
This one measure may be as effective as lifestyle changes or some medications for safeguarding your heart health....
The Great Wealth Transfer is well underway, yet too many families aren't ready. Here's how to bridge the generation gap that could threaten your legacy....
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If you want to supercharge your nest egg in the run-up to retirement, follow these strategies....
I'm 70, about to retire any day now. I want to make sure that I am budgeting such that I have a large chunk of change if/when I need to go into a nursing home. If this is my fate I would like to go to...
I (61F in a couple weeks) retired in March. My spouse retired 4 years ago. We live in an area with world class medical reasearch and a lot of universities. There are quite a number of local studies th...
I am hoping to buy a lakefront property for a retirement home. I am 63 and plan on working another 5 years. My current home is paid off and I would sell it once I retire. For the retirement property I...
I'm a 67 year old male. I retired in July, a couple months after turning 67, and I'm starting to have second thoughts about this whole retirement thing. My mother hasn't retired yet, but not due to an...
The financial professionals who contribute to Kiplinger's Adviser Intel recently wrote about the five phases of retirement planning, the OBBB's potential impact on charitable giving and why you should...
Congress could look to high earners to help offset lost revenue and possibly shore up the Social Security program....
Many founders who think they have a great business idea ask private investors, aka angel investors, to make their dream a reality. The post Should Doctors Consider Angel Investing? The Other 5% of You...
We heard your feedback, and today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast number 546, Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA are spitballing retirement for the not-so-fat wallets: Joe and Masa...
Example from today Installing a ceiling fan/light on a high angled ceiling. Climb ladder to get close to the fan, take off glasses to be able to see the small screw and screw hole I need to navigate. ...
The hidden complexities of Social Security could cost retirees tens of thousands over a lifetime. While it may seem like a simple income source, the right strategy can dramatically improve your financ...
Force of habit. I’ve always found that phrase a little irksome. Not because I consider myself some paragon of self-control, ... Read more...
As retirement plan rules continue to evolve, one area drawing attention is the inclusion of alternative assets in 401(k) plans. In early August 2025, the White House released an executive order that h...
Hey Everyone! It’s September, and the long days of summer are almost gone. RB40Jr started high school, and he seems to be enjoying it. He is taking Physics, Advanced Algebra, ... Read more The p...
We bought a home about four years ago, but we couldn't move in because squatters occupied it. Here's the conclusion of our long, long story. The post The Truth About Buying a Foreclosed Home, The Seri...
For these entrepreneurs, later life has little to do with winding down. Find out how they turned hobbies and passions into businesses —and how you can, too....
Today, I’m speaking with Dr. Bobby Dubois. Dr. Bobby is a Harvard-educated physician, Board-Certified in Internal Medicine with over 25 years of experience. He’s an author, entrepreneur, w...
The popular programs are facing cost pressures and that means higher costs or reduced benefits may be coming to your plan....
The way physicians are paid has shifted significantly over the past few decades. Straight salaries and fee-for-service models once dominated ... Read more...
There may be some tax benefits to giving back in retirement....
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Inflation is often underestimated when estimating retirement income, education funding or investment returns. These strategies can help preserve your purchasing power and reduce your financial anxiety...
Private equity, real estate and expanded annuities are now options, but they are more complex, less flexible and more expensive to own....
Planning to retire shortly...no debt, nice emergency fund, very small pension, SS and my 401k, IRAs. We are savers, not spenders so not wortied about living beyond a reasonable amount each month. Wher...
Want to move abroad? A new report reveals 2025’s best countries to live in, according to the people who know these places best: expats....
Survey shows that while the average American has nearly $200,000 in digital asset value, nearly half of respondents say they don't think about digital estate planning....
“Investing isn’t about switching playbooks at retirement. It’s about growing, protecting, giving, and living—on the same field, for your whole life....
At How Much Can I Afford to Spend in Retirement? we encourage retired households to periodically compare the present value of their retirement assets with the present value of their spending liabiliti...
Tuesday, August 26 - Monday, September 01, 2025 Top Comments score comment 64 /u/Daisy_is_a_nice_name said In the morning, I do nothing. In the afternoon, I finish what I started in the morning. In th...
Let’s journey back in time and discover how and why a respected doctor tried to reverse the death of George Washington. The post How This Respected Doctor Tried to Bring George Washington Back t...
Once a universal feature of human psychology, the “unhappiness hump” in midlife has disappeared, replaced by a new trend: mental ... Read more...
Because “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.”...
A solid retirement plan is a must, but you can't go halfway. Neglecting just one area of your plan could cause the whole thing to collapse....
Are you recently retired? Or hoping to retire soon? Learn four hidden threats that could have devastating consequences for your retirement savings… on a special edition of Retirement Solutions ...
During a bull market, most investors get excited about chasing risk. Despite sky-high valuations, there’s a tendency to double down on even riskier bets in the hopes of making outsized gains. Th...