A few years ago, Marianne Kilkenny’s elderly parents moved into an assisted living community. That got her thinking … [Read More...]
Retirement Savings & Planning
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Ways to make extra money in retirement
Whether retirement seems like a far-off dream or you’ve been retired for years, it’s important to consider how you want … [Read More...]
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7 types of retirement savings accounts
We've all heard the warnings and are well aware that we should save more for retirement. It's always a good time to … [Read More...]
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Caring for aging parents from a distance
John Cruz' parents both suffer from chronic health issues and are in their 70s. Both have had falls that have resulted … [Read More...]
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Health care documents everyone should have
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many Americans to think more seriously about getting their affairs in order, including … [Read More...]
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Medicare open enrollment: How to pick a plan
Medicare open enrollment is a time each year during which people who are on Medicare can change their health plans … [Read More...]
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How to survive forced early retirement
When most workers plan for retirement, they expect to work until their full retirement age, which is 66 or 67 for people … [Read More...]
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Senior discounts (almost) everywhere
The phrase "senior citizen" seems so old, doesn't it? But it has its frugal advantages. A few weeks before you … [Read More...]
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Will your heirs have to pay your debts? Maybe
The share of all household debt held by Americans in March 2017 rose $149 billion, reaching $12.73 trillion in debt, … [Read More...]
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How to create a retirement plan when you’re self-employed
Whether permanently or temporarily, by choice or by circumstance, many of us are self-employed these days. We're in this … [Read More...]
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How to protect yourself (or your parents) from scams against seniors
We've all heard the sad stories: A senior citizen was fleeced out of his home by an unscrupulous caregiver. A home … [Read More...]
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How much will I get from Social Security?
I recently saw an interview with the Acting Director of the Social Security Administration (SSA) discussing retirement … [Read More...]