The Boomer

Boomers who had a rough time getting through “the talk” with their kids might be in for a surprise: there’s another uncomfortable discussion they might face--this one with aging parents.

Work until you drop? Maybe not. New study shows baby boomers aren't staying in the workforce for as long as some expected. 

Lack of savings, increased life expectancy, rising health-care costs and Social Security changes have put added pressure on boomers to reach a certain level of financial comfort before retiring and losing the steady paycheck. But it's time for baby boomers to fight back.

With health care costs rising two to three times faster than inflation over the last few decades, baby boomers in retirement are facing unplanned for medical costs that are eating up their nest eggs.

It seems like every couple of months a new strategy and savings plan hits the market that guarantees an adequate nest egg, making many boomers throw their hands up in frustration as they search for the magic number. 

Thanksgiving is the time of year we gather around the dinner table to feast on turkey, stuffing and apple pie. Amidst the feast we share with family and friends, it is also time to reflect on the blessings in our lives and what we are thankful for.

Traditionally, New Year’s Eve is the time of year we commit to making positive changes in our lives for the year ahead. Yet again, finances are not a top priority.

It can be hard to turn down family members that  needed a cash infusion. But to keep both the relationship and retirement fund intact, boomers need to set clear payback guidelines and expectations.

Studies show folks over 50 are the fastest-growing segment of the fitness population, and with good reason: staying active and fit can help you live longer.

Boomers watched their nest eggs take a substantial hit over the last three years, but some experts are saying 2012 will be rife with opportunities to get savings back on track.

Bad business decisions result in financial loss. The worst business decisions lose companies billions in revenue. These are the companies that were the biggest in America, capable of losing the most money.

Here’s a scary statistic: About 49% of Americans say they aren't contributing to any retirement plan.

Health-care costs have been steadily rising over the decades, yet many boomers are planning adequately to cover the costs in retirement.

Female boomers broke the mold when it came to working outside the house and establishing successful careers, but retirement security is especially precarious for older women.

If you provide care for aging family members, you may be eligible for more than $3,000 worth of tax deductions--here's how to claim them. 

Millions of adult children end up looking after aging parents. Tax laws offer some help, as long as you and your parents meet certain criteria.

The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is special and there are steps boomers can take to shape these relationships.

Thanks to continued economic weakness stemming from the 2008 financial crisis, many boomers, especially the older ones, are rethinking how they will spend and finance their golden years. Here are five expert tips for boomers on what they can do today to help them be able to retire tomorrow.

While wisdom comes with age, there are also some less fortunate side effects of growing older: back pain in the morning, 'senior' moments, and for some, Type 2 diabetes.

The challenge of juggling medications is tough for seniors who have multiple drugs for various health conditions.