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Secrets to a Prepared Retirement
Boomers who are prepared for retirement describe themselves as optimistic overachievers who manage money conservatively.
Empty Nesters Like it That Way
Most people older than 55 are happy to wave goodbye to their adult children.
Your Pension When the Unexpected Happens
We explain what happens if your employer goes broke, your pension freezes and six other events.
Take This Class and Avoid Scams
The government is offering new instructional materials to help older people learn to avoid scams.
Rethinking how 401(k)s Invest
If individuals could invest in their 401(k) plans like institutional money managers do in their pension plans, they'd get a better result, says a retirement expert.
How Big is Medicare Fraud?
The FBI estimates that in 2012, the cost of Medicare fraud ranged from $75 billion to $250 billion.
Wear Your Financial Halo Proudly
If your adult children think you are a financial genius, take advantage of it and offer them plenty of good advice.
‘Downton Abbey’ Retirement Wisdom
The PBS blockbuster "Downton Abbey" offers plenty of retirement planning wisdom.
Rewards of Living on Less
Living on just 15% less in retirement can make a big difference in how long your retirement income will last.
Saying no to long-Term Care
Buying long-term care insurance could deplete your savings without providing enough potential for benefit.