Retirement Planning: Page 4
More Americans Are Retiring Abroad, Without a Massive Nest Egg — Here's How They Made the Leap
About 450,000 people received their social security benefits outside the U.S. at the end of 2021, up from 307,000 in 2008, according to the Social Security Administration.
10 of the Best Books on Social Security
Social Security benefits will eventually be paid to the majority of American workers. It may be possible to qualify for bigger Social Security payments and avoid payment reductions and withholdings...
Retirement and Health Care Costs: What You Need to Know
Every retiree or anyone who is in the process of retiring is concerned about the cost of health care. As reported in T. Rowe Price’s Retirement Savings and Spending Study...
Make The Most of Your Retirement Savings: Don't Make These 6 Costly Mistakes
The Federal Reserve states that just 40% of the non-retired adult population in the US are confident with their retirement planning. This means that as much as 60% of Americans...
Retirees Are Earning Up to $20,000 Per Month With One Fully Remote Side Hustle
Quitting your day job doesn't mean you can't have an additional — and extremely lucrative — income stream.
How to Utilize Real Estate in Your Retirement Portfolio
Here's why owning real estate can be a great addition to your retirement portfolio and several ways you can utilize it.
The Pros and Cons of Early Retirement for Single Americans
The concept of retiring together with a partner or spouse may sound appealing. However, in reality, this is not always true. According to the U.S. Administration on Aging, nearly a...
The Role of Real Estate in Your Retirement Plan
Diversifying your investments is the key to building a stable retirement portfolio. To diversify your investment portfolio even further, consider mutual funds instead of stocks, as well as bonds and...
The Importance of Diversifying Your Retirement Portfolio
I'm sure that you've heard the old saying, “don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” Basically, it means don’t keep all your valuables in one place. In the event...
These Are the Most and Least Affordable Places to Retire in The U.S.
The Northeast and West Coast are the least affordable, while areas in the Mountain State region tend to be ideal for retirees on a budget.
Retirement and Travel: Planning Your Dream Adventure
It’s not until retirement that people can finally relax and plan the trips they’ve always wanted. Whether you’re about to retire or have already retired, what better way to celebrate...
Retirement Planning for Couples: Joint or Individual Approaches
No matter how long you have been married or how many anniversaries you’ve celebrated, you’re sure to know that you’re stronger together than you are apart. Retirement savings are no...
Here's Why You Might Want to Sell Your Life Insurance Policy for Cash
Life settlements allow you to sell a life insurance policy you either no longer need or can no longer afford for a one time payment. Find out the eligibility criteria and benefits of cashing out your policy.
How to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits in 2023
Did you know that in 2023 approximately 67 million Americans per month will receive a Social Security benefit? To put it another way, nearly nine out of ten people over...
Retirement Planning for Women: Special Considerations
Investing, saving, and borrowing are the same for men and women, as well as the same rules for both. They may, however, be facing very different circumstances and making very...