retirement

The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. It next goes to the Senate for a vote.

Some wealthy individuals amassed hundreds of millions — or even billions — of dollars in tax-sheltered Roth individual retirement accounts, a new report finds.

Employees may boost retirement savings with after-tax 401(k) contributions. Here’s what big savers need to know about this tax-savvy option.

Investors who worry about inflation may consider buying muni bonds, an asset with built-in tax benefits and relatively low default risk.

Millions of Americans may soon face eviction. Two of them are Andrew Cleland, 75, and his 82-year-old wife, Carol.

It can be difficult to switch from a saving mindset to a spending one when you retire. Here’s how financial experts recommend preparing for post-work years.

Boosting your retirement income could mean starting the saving process at birth, says Ric Edelman, founder of Edelman Financial Engines.

Some companies want to bring bitcoin to 401(k) plans. While demand is hot, other retirement experts say it could take awhile before they reach your plan.

There are premium-related surcharges that can come as a surprise for some beneficiaries.

While extra money may allow you to leave more in your retirement account so it can continue to grow, it may negatively affect other financial considerations.

Under the provision, the threshold for when those required minimum withdrawals must start would go to age 75 from 72 (which was raised last year from age 70½).

The average retired worker receives just $18,500 per year in Social Security benefits. For many, that income is not enough. How Congress may change that.

The perils of extreme weather affect retirees and some are adjusting their portfolios as a result. Here’s how climate change is shifting their investments.

Determining who would carry out your wishes when you die, or who would make decisions on your behalf if you are incapacitated, is a key part of estate planning.

Almost half of American workers may leave their careers sooner than expected. But the reasons differ among white, Black and Hispanic retirees.

As the threat of extreme weather grows, some older Americans are shifting their retirement plans. Here’s how climate change may impact retirees.

A small 401(k) provider called ForUsAll is now allowing participants to allocate up to 5% of their retirement funds into cryptocurrency. 

Investing $100 per week in your 401(k) can equal a lot of money by the time you are ready to retire. Here’s a case study.

As investors worry about inflation, some may consider I bonds. It’s a relatively safe and nearly risk-free asset they can buy through the U.S. government.

Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired with $500,000 around 30 years ago when they were both 38 years old. Here’s how they budget their money.