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Retirement is when you get to finally enjoy the freedom you’ve worked hard for all your life. But with that freedom also comes the reality of living on a fixed income and making sure your nest egg can last the rest of your life. In fact, 64% of Americans are more worried about running out...
Apr 18, 2026

Catherine Hiles is a writer, mother, runner and avid reader. She enjoys cooking (and eating), good beer and spending time with her husband and two young children.
Apr 18, 2026

Keeping tabs on your entire financial situation can take quite a bit of work — especially if you have multiple bank accounts, several outstanding debts, a handful of credit cards and a couple investment accounts. Having a tool that brings all your financial information together so you get the big picture at a glance can...
Apr 18, 2026

No matter your experience or how long you’ve been out of the workforce, these eight jobs for retirees are handpicked to fit the needs of older workers.
Apr 18, 2026

Major life changes — like getting laid off or going through a divorce — can really upend your finances. On the flip side, it’s easy to spiral down a path of irresponsible choices if you suddenly have more money than you’re used to — like if you get a big promotion or financial windfall. When...
Apr 18, 2026

Finally paid off the last of the credit cards? We have six tips for how to stay out of debt going forward.
Apr 18, 2026

Each fall, the Internal Revenue Service analyzes how inflation has impacted the cost of living and, in response, makes changes to how we’re taxed and how much we receive in government benefits. The IRS has released the latest inflation-adjusted federal income tax brackets that will go into effect for tax year 2026. This won’t affect...
Apr 18, 2026

Cell phones can be a lifeline to the outside world, especially for older Americans. Unfortunately, not all seniors can afford the high cost of a new cell phone and service. A new cell phone can cost hundreds of dollars, and that cost is simply out of reach for millions of Americans. Lifeline Assistance is a...
Apr 18, 2026

Discover how Trump and Harris' differing plans for Social Security could impact your benefits. Learn what changes might be coming and how they affect your retirement.
May 9, 2026

The COLA adjustment will impact 75 million Americans, including nearly 71 million Social Security beneficiaries and 7.5 million Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients.
May 9, 2026

We analyzed the top IRA accounts to determine the best ones. Learn about the ins and outs of choosing and opening an IRA.
May 9, 2026

An IRA is a retirement savings option for those who don’t have a traditional 401(k). Here are the Roth IRA and Traditional IRA contribution limits for 2025 and 2026.
May 9, 2026