Q: Hi Lynnette, I am 65, still gainfully employed; in great health but, heavily... read more →
Planning for your retirement can be an exciting endeavor, but also a scary prospect if you feel financially unprepared.
So how do you know if you’re really economically ready to say goodbye to your colleagues and check out of the workforce?
Articles in this category answer many of your questions about retirement planning, saving for retirement and various retirement topics.
You will find additional articles on retirement in my column that I write for AARP.org
We often hear so much bad news about Baby Boomers and others who aren’t properly prepared to retire comfortably in the U.S. But what about those who have adequately prepared,... read more →
Planning for your retirement can be an exciting endeavor, but also a scary prospect if you feel financially unprepared. So how do you know if you’re really economically ready to... read more →
Yet another study shows us the ways in which Baby Boomers and those with children are sacrificing their retirement for the sake of paying for college costs for their offspring.... read more →
If you’ve got a 401(k) or a similar retirement plan, you can start socking away more money for your Golden Years starting in 2013. The IRS says it’s increasing the... read more →
Amid the tough economy, lots of people have tapped into their 401(k) plans or their Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) as a way to get money to pay their bills. Although... read more →
Many people have tapped into their 401(k) plans as a way to get money to pay their bills. That money probably offered a short-term cash cushion, but it also has... read more →
It’s hard enough to save and plan for retirement. So why make it even more difficult by committing costly mistakes? Here are 5 blunders that can derail your plans to... read more →
A reader of AskTheMoneyCoach.com had a question about their social security benefits. Here is what the person asked: Q: Where can I go to calculate my future social security benefits?... read more →
A reader of AskTheMoneyCoach.com wanted to know whether or not it's a smart decision for them... read more →
A 401(k) plan has lots of fees, and savvy investors may be aware of various investment-related charges – such as a management fee to a mutual fund manager's or the... read more →
Q: I have a question from a reader who wanted to know what she should do from a loan she received from her job. "I requested and received a loan... read more →
What's your image of a happy retirement? Does it involve lazy days on a beach, traveling the world or pursuing a favorite pastime? Or maybe volunteering? Or are you finally... read more →
Q: I’m 61 and plan to retire at age 62, though I would work until 65 if needed. I would like to pay off a few credit cards using my... read more →
Q: I'm 57 years old. I am considering taking money out of my 401(K) plan to pay off debt. The problem is I am struggling to make ends meet. What should... read more →
