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They say money can't buy you happiness; similarly, money won't ensure a happy retirement. That being said, not having enough money to...

Let us first talk about Social Security tax, which is unique. And keep in mind that before 1983, Social Security benefits were not taxed....

Saving for retirement often comes with an upfront tax break when funneling money into pretax accounts. But it’s also critical to manage...

When it comes to finding the cheapest places to live in the U.S. for city dwellers, the best locations to settle down are mostly south of...

To identify the best places to retire, U.S. News analyzed data for the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S. to assess how well they...

Perhaps the most official measure of American retirement savings comes from the Federal Reserve System. The Fed calculated average...

Retirement planning is all about the numbers. Yet, there is one number most of us take for granted or don’t even consider. We are told...

I have a heart and passion for serving federal employees. My mother, who is also my best friend and now works for me, is a retired...

How Are Social Security Benefits Taxed? Social security benefits can be subject to taxes as follows. If your client files as single and...

Wondering how your retirement savings stack up to other Americans' nest eggs? Or whether your income in your post-work years will be...

If you're planning your next vacation, we've found the cheapest countries to visit around the world. Despite the effects of inflation on...

REITs come in many different forms, with varying criteria. However, many prospective investors might not understand the differences — and...

Breana Williams, 28, of Fresno, Calif., has comprehensive healthcare coverage, but when she began looking into fertility treatments to...

The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (Secure) 2.0 Act ushers in a number of retirement planning changes that could...

Out of favor for a long while, annuities — the controversial and often misunderstood long-term insurance contracts — are getting more...

If you think saving for retirement is complicated, try figuring out how to withdraw retirement funds while minimizing taxes. “As much as...

These model portfolios are geared toward retired investors who are drawing upon their tax-deferred accounts to meet a portion of their...

Your home as you have used it during your working years, is just that, a home. You have to consider it as a home first, investment...

If you're planning your next vacation, we've found the cheapest countries to visit around the world. Despite the effects of inflation on...

The dollar is strong, and some rural European towns are actively courting U.S. expats, offering fixer-upper homes for just one euro. Here...