The Boomer

Whether retirement is still more than 10 years away or right around the corner, here are savings strategies for boomers of every age group.

While no one could have predicted exactly what was going to happen in the wake of the 2007 housing crash that demolished a large part of many boomers’ retirement funds, it’s important that we learn from the experience and better insulate ourselves from future gyrations.  

Social Security is a key component to many boomers’ retirement plans, but many of us don’t fully understand the system and how to make the most of it.

Health-care problems tend to become more complex as we age, here are three tips to navigating the increasingly complex health-care system.

Whether you are seeking a warmer climate, better tax advantages or more adventure, financial planners say retiring to a foreign land can present a number of financial challenges.

Financial security in retirement doesn’t just happen, it takes years of commitment and planning. Here’s how to get your retirement plan back on track in the new year.

Both individuals in a partnership need to be involved and fully committed to creating and executing a savings plan.

Retirement is supposed to be living the good life. But unexpected health-care costs can quickly throw cold water on the dream.

Thanks to the internet, financial fraud is on the rise, and many scammers are setting their sights on the elderly.

Tax planning isn’t a fun topic at any point in the year, but it can definitely be a drag during the holiday season. But for baby boomers who are on a fixed income and are either nearing or in retirement, year-end tax planning is the key to avoid overpaying on their taxes.

The bulls have been running on wild on Wall Street this year as the housing market continues to show strength, and boomers have a lot to be thankful for this year.

While the labor market continues to make a slow recovery, baby boomers face particularly tough hiring prospects. Here’s what they have to do to showcase their skills and overcome any stereotypes to prove to hiring managers their worth.

Talking about death can be an uncomfortable conversation for anyone, but proper financial planning can ease any nerves that your family will be taken care of after you're gone.

Succession planning is often the most complex part of the estate planning process and without proper planning and execution of a succession plan, there could be trouble ahead for family businesses.

Whether the fraudsters are  unscrupulous financial professionals, dishonest family members or complete strangers, senior financial abuse spans a broad spectrum of conduct and they targeting people of all levels of income.

Medicare open enrollment is just around the corner, and this season could be a busy one with many seniors looking for a new plan because of changes coming to Part D and the launch of the new federally-run health insurance exchanges.

Long gone are the days of retirees wanting to spend their golden years relaxing on the golf course or on the beach, it’s about healthy living, remaining in the work force and helping their children purchase homes, pay for college help care for grandchildren—all of which require detailed financial planning.

Life expectancy plays a critical role in Social Security planning, and while it’s tempting to apply for benefits as soon as you become eligible, it can have long-term economic consequences.

Boomers' confidence in the economy has many of them hanging the "for sale" sign on their small businesses--but the process can be complicated and financially devastating if not done properly. 

Health-care costs are often the big question mark hanging over boomers’ retirement savings. But with a little planning, boomers can work to take some of the guess work out of savings for retirement.