3 ways the coronavirus pandemic could take a bite out of your Social Security benefit
Your Social Security benefits may take a hit down the road due to the coronavirus pandemic. Here's why.
Safer than Social Security: This 1 investment can be the key to a financially secure retirement
Social Security benefits may not be the safest form of retirement income right now. But there's one type of investment in particular that can help ensure your senior years are financially secure.
Here's what you can get for $900,000 in The Villages, Florida
The unique community offers recreation, shopping, dining and health care, with 50 golf courses, 12 country clubs and three town squares.
More Americans plan to delay Social Security due to COVID-19
While delaying Social Security may not be ideal, it could help a lot of people overcome the financial setbacks the pandemic may have caused them.
3 ways a recession could affect Social Security and your retirement
Whether you're nearing retirement or still have several years left in your career, there are a few ways the recession could affect your senior years.
4 factors in determining your ideal retirement age
Whether you can't wait to eliminate work stress from your life or you never want to leave your post at the office, it's important to look past your job satisfaction when determining a time for your retirement.
43% of Americans plan to delay retirement due to COVID-19
Working longer could be a smart move that potentially saves you a lot of money during your senior years, but delaying retirement also poses major risks that you'll need to consider.
3 pitfalls of only using a 401(k) for retirement
A 401(k) can be a great place for your retirement savings, but as with many retirement account, there are limitations that could be making your job more difficult than it has to be.
Social Security benefits have lost 30% of their value in the past two decades. Here's why
Why aren't COLAs doing a very good job of making sure retirement benefits retain their value? Here's a look into why the value of these earned benefits continue to fall and how the buying power of Social Security benefits has eroded.
3 ways COVID-19 could affect when you should claim Social Security benefits
It's wise to start thinking about how COVID-19 could change your Social Security strategy.
3 Social Security steps to take 5 years before you retire
Social Security benefits can be a lifeline in retirement, particularly if your savings aren't as robust as you thought they would be.
Turning 60 this year? Here's how it could result in lower Social Security benefits
If you're currently 60, or are turning 60 in 2020, you may need to brace for smaller Social Security benefits than you'd expect.
Less than half of older Americans can work from home: Here's why that's a problem
While the current state of the economy puts all workers in a potentially precarious employment position, older workers may be more worried than others for one simple reason: Most of their jobs can't be done remotely.
What pre-retirees can gain from a job without benefits
Despite a lack of benefits, nontraditional jobs may boost retirement security.
3 reasons to claim Social Security at 62 if there's a second wave of COVID-19
With the likelihood of a second wave, you'll need to consider when to begin claiming Social Security benefits.
5 great cities for early retirement
Researchers analyzed the cost of necessities in 100 U.S. cities.
Decided to take Social Security? Do these 3 things first
Once you've decided to start claiming, consider these three things to make sure it's the right time to file.
Don't claim Social Security benefits if you can't answer these 3 questions
When starting Social Security, review these three questions to ensure your understanding of how your benefits are calculated and how your decisions affect the size of your checks.
3 reasons you can't count on Social Security alone for retirement
Many senior citizens rely on Social Security as a source of income during retirement, but here's why you shouldn't make the mistake of thinking those benefits alone will be enough to get you through your golden years.
3 mistakes that could wreck your retirement if there's a second wave of COVID-19
While nobody knows for sure whether there will be a second wave, there are a few mistakes you should avoid if you want to keep your retirement plans on track.