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I’m 61 and my spouse is 68 and part of me would really like to retire. We have $1 million and a paid off house and zero debt of any kind. We’ll have about $8,000 per month in pensions and social secur...
Not understanding how the upcoming changes in 2026 might affect you could put your financial security in retirement at risk. This is what you need to know.
In 2026, the maximum contribution limits for 401(k) plans have increased, giving you an excellent shot at maximizing your retirement savings.
Make 2026 the year you stop coasting and start supercharging your retirement savings.
Even when your financial plan says you're ready for a big move, it's normal to hesitate — but haven't you earned the right to trust your plan (and yourself)?
Hi all, Not retired yet and I’ve got 6 years to go. However, I’m in a weird spot. I don’t have time to do activities during the day and my work is not predictable as to when it ends each day. Thus, I ...
YMYW friends, welcome to 2026. What actually mattered most to you in 2025? It turns out to be tax-free gains on investments, retirement timing, and claiming Social Security. Today on Your Money, Your ...
Jeremy Keil explains the 5 steps you can take if you are planning to retire in 2026 or 2027. If you’ve been planning to retire in 2026 or 2027, it might feel like you still have plenty of time. But in...
Here are 16 tips to help you stay financially stable following a divorce after 50. Get the information you need. The post Divorce After 50: How to Be Sure that “Gray Divorce” Doesn’t Ruin Your Retirem...
Stop trying to become an influencer. Here is the simple, low-tech way to build an online asset without performing for an algorithm.
This week’s mixtape: buried creativity, the return of builders, the midlife pivot and Brett Michaels sweaty t-shirts
Most retirees unknowingly leave thousands of dollars on the table just by filing for Social Security the wrong way. In this episode, Ryan and Tyson Thacker reveal how the right…
Author Beth Pinsker shares her experience overcoming the challenges of financial caregiving based on her book “My Mother’s Money.”
Holiday spending is rising sharply in 2025, with shoppers planning to spend more on gifts and online purchases than last year. This guide shares 8 steps to help you avoid holiday debt, set clear expec...
The risk of poor returns early in retirement could spoil the whole thing - how can you mitigate the sequence of returns trap in retirement?...
After decades of saving/investing, it's hard to immediately switch to spending mode. Here's what worked for me over the last few years! Read more → The post Learning How to Spend Money (While Enj...
While time is running out to make Roth conversions before the end of the taxable year, consider taking your time and developing a long-term strategy....
Transitioning from saving to spending in retirement can be tricky, but devising a strategic plan can help ensure a smooth and worry-free retirement....
As you approach retirement, understanding spousal benefits can empower both you and your partner to make well-informed decisions. The post Spousal Benefits: Learn How to Make the Most of Social Securi...
Learn key factors to consider before filing for Social Security. Understand timing, earnings limits, and how to maximize lifelong benefits for you and your spouse....
Here are 10 methods to help your child with their housing costs, along with the pros and cons of each and a ranking of all the options. The post How to Help Your Child Buy a Home appeared first on The...
A single misunderstanding about Social Security spousal benefits can cost couples thousands over retirement. This episode unpacks the real math behind how Social Security treats spouses, ex-spouses, a...
FROM THE ARTICLE. These steps can help protect your savings as rising prices erode retirees’ purchasing power. By Cameron Huddleston, AARP. Published November 04, 2025. Your wallet isn’t t...
24 Tips for How to Get Free Food With No Money...
I recorded a new YouTube video this week about the various benefits of a simplified retirement portfolio and how to get there (I’ll share when it’s live). Most of us — myself certain...
Tariffs, high prices and an uncertain economy getting you down? These steps can help....
Transitioning from a lifetime of diligent saving to enjoying your wealth in retirement tends to be riddled with guilt, but it doesn't have to be that way....
Do you leave meetings with your financial adviser feeling as though you've been bulldozed into decisions or you're unsure of what you're paying for?...
Planning to travel in retirement? In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Motiwalla from The Good Life Abroad to discuss how retirees can make the most of their travel experiences—without the st...
From procrastination to AI, these five estate planning pitfalls could mean your heirs are left with bureaucratic hassles — or a reduced inheritance....
Retiring early sounds amazing until you realize prices keep climbing and everyday costs quietly eat away at your savings. Many people panic, convinced that high inflation makes retiring early impossib...
What’s really holding you back from taking that next financial step? Join us as we explore how avoidance slowly erodes confidence, why shame and fear create roadblocks, and how to replace procra...
? Show Notes In this episode, we continue our four-week series on better retirement goal setting with Roger Whitney. This week, we delve into the dynamics of navigating retirement goals as life unfold...
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....
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...
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...
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....
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...
Here’s what to know before you commit....
Everyone should have a will. But should the will or a trust control most of the assets in an estate?...
I’m on my second month of retirement and keeping happy and busy. But I know my ex husband struggled when he retired because he had no hobbies at all. This book is an easy and fun read. I’m...
Using a Health Savings Account can be tax efficient way to pay for Medicare. Your CFP can help you get set up to use tax-free income to pay your Medicare premiums....
The drug coverage provided by Medicare Part D is a key part of a retiree’s health insurance, and there are many options to choose from for those who have standalone Part D plans. Since these pla...
How to Make $5,000 Fast: 10 Uncommon (But Real) Ways...
Updated for 2025: New OBBBA rules now allow 529 funds to cover physician licensing exams, board certifications, and CME expenses. ... Read more...
FROM THE ARTICLE. Get accustomed to living on a fixed income, meet with a financial adviser, and other key steps to take. By Bruce Horovitz, AARP. Published October 06, 2025. After working for a lifet...
How can you wait until age 70 for Social Security but still spend more in the years before then? Here are some ideas to try. The post How to Wait Until 70 for Social Security Without Spending Less app...
Timing is everything, and sequence of returns risk can mean the difference between a retirement nest egg that's overflowing … or empty....
Answering listener questions about moving from a national bank to a smaller local bank or credit union if you live in a more rural area, how to save up for big purchases, and whether you should try to...
Getting married changes a couple's life in more ways than one, so it's a good idea to discuss financial and legal issues like pre-/postnuptial agreements, estate plans and life insurance....