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fromFast Company
19 hours ago
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Over half of older Americans plan to skip retirement

Many working Americans over 65 plan to continue working indefinitely due to financial insecurity and a lack of preparedness for retirement.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago
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I can safely retire with a 2-4% withdrawal rate, but I still feel uneasy. How do people do it?

The decision to retire is liberating when financially and emotionally ready.
#social-security
fromSFGATE
2 days ago
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Here's Where Retirees Can Live Comfortably on Their Social Security Overseas

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from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

2026's COLA Is Coming - And It Might Be Bad News for Baby Boomers

Next year's Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is expected to be disappointing for retirees.
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Plan on Claiming Social Security at 65? You Might Be Leaving Money on the Table

Claiming Social Security at 65 may permanently reduce monthly benefits by 13.34%.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago
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Here's Where Retirees Can Live Comfortably on Their Social Security Overseas

from24/7 Wall St.
13 hours ago

Most Americans Don't Know This Social Security Wrinkle

Seniors must maintain an adjusted gross income (AGI) below $150,000 for joint filers and $75,000 for individuals to fully benefit from tax breaks.
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#retirement-planning
fromFortune
1 day ago
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Only 5% of retirees say they're 'living the dream' and 19% are 'living the nightmare.' Here are 3 lessons to protect your future

fromFortune
1 day ago
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Only 5% of retirees say they're 'living the dream' and 19% are 'living the nightmare.' Here are 3 lessons to protect your future

fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
14 hours ago

Mortgages Don't Have To Be For Life. Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

More Americans aging into retirement are still paying down mortgages. Over the past three decades, the share of homeowners ages 65 to 79 with a mortgage rose from 24% to 41%.
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fromBusiness Insider
5 hours ago

Trump's 401(k) executive order marks big changes for retirement savings - and possibly puts your money at risk

"Private equity kind of always gets what it wants in Congress, but I think it's a bad idea. It's illiquid, the fees are very high. Private equity funds, for the most part, don't beat the stock market."
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
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We're on pace for a $12 million retirement - should I take a stressful $600K job to push that to $18 million?

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
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Michael Houghton: 'For seven years, we prioritised FIRE over new cars, holidays and home renovations. But at some point we needed to start living'

from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
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We're on pace for a $12 million retirement - should I take a stressful $600K job to push that to $18 million?

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
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Michael Houghton: 'For seven years, we prioritised FIRE over new cars, holidays and home renovations. But at some point we needed to start living'

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fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I'm Considering Turning Down "Free Money." It Might Be the Secret to Enjoying Life More.

Consider reducing retirement contributions to enjoy life while ensuring enough savings accumulate for future retirement through compound interest.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Pension age debate threatens to splinter Germany's fragile coalition

Demographic change and ever-increasing life expectancy make it unavoidable: the lifetime labour period must increase, she told the daily Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung late last month.
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from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Why I Don't Use the S&P 500 as My Benchmark for Financial Success

The S&P 500 has delivered an average annual return of approximately 10.33% since 1957, serving as a benchmark for many investors.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

The Fed Made Its Decision And This Is What It Means For Social Security in 2026

The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady came despite intense pressure from President Trump to lower borrowing costs for economic growth.
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fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

'Can I bump up my PRSI contributions and retire to Spain when I'm 60?'

To qualify for the contributory state pension, you generally need at least 520 full-rate paid PRSI contributions, equivalent to 10 years' worth of paid work.
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fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

The age group growing fastest in the workforce isn't who you think

Reinvention is key to enjoying retirement, as exemplified by 88-year-old Harvey Mendelson's shift to photography.
#inheritance
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Why You Should Start a Business After Retirement | Entrepreneur

Retirees are increasingly starting new businesses instead of slowing down during retirement.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

At 50 with $5 million in cash, I'm unsure where to invest short-term - can I safely earn 5-10% without risking my nest egg?

Taking on excessive investment risk is unwise for those with significant wealth and short-term goals.
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Here's why Trump's proposed 401k executive order may be very bad news for your retirement

Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order allowing 401k plans to include private market investments.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Earnings Live: DOW Slices Dividend, Full Coverage and Analysis

DOW cut its dividend by half after poor EPS and revenue results.
#etfs
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Live: GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) Earnings Preview Coverage

Wall Street anticipates double-digit revenue growth for GEV, coupled with significant margin expansion driven by the scaling of operations and restructuring efforts.
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from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Live: Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG) Earnings Preview Coverage

Intuitive Surgical expected 17% sales growth due to expanding procedure volume and da Vinci system installations.
#investing
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

A quarter of Gen X who've been laid off in the last decade haven't found another job since-and 11% have taken pay cuts to escape unemployment

Nearly 25% of older Gen X and young boomer workers laid off in the past decade haven't found new jobs, with 11% taking pay cuts.
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from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Live Coverage: Will Capital One (COF) Stock Beat Q2 Earnings Projections?

Capital One is projected to achieve 34% revenue growth thanks to the Discover acquisition and strong card volume.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Future pensioners to be worse off, government warns

The government has warned that people retiring in 2050 will be worse off than pensioners today unless action is taken to boost retirement savings.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Step aside, Florida: New Hampshire is the best state for retirement

Bankrate's study reveals the top priorities for retirement relocation among U.S. adults include affordability (28%), weather (18%), and safety (17%), emphasizing quality of life factors.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

From corner office to crossroads: navigating purpose and identity after retirement | Gaynor Parkin and Dave Winsborough

Retirement can lead to profound emotional and cognitive challenges, particularly in redefining identity and purpose after a career.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

My dad is a retired FDNY firefighter, but hasn't slowed down one bit. He's shaped my own vision of work and retirement.

Retirement can be a busy and fulfilling period, shaped by personal ambition and engagement in meaningful activities.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

U.S. Leads $147 Billion Global Deathcare Industry as Private Equity Bets on Digital Disruption

The global deathcare industry is presently $147 billion, with a CAGR of 6.1%, and a 2030 target of $209.6 billion, reflecting growing demand due to demographic shifts.
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from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

With a newborn and a nanny, we barely have time for family - can we afford to dial down while still growing our nest egg?

Spending hours at work while having a newborn at home, even with nanny support, can be challenging. Many new parents may choose to focus on family instead.
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#retirement-savings
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Stock Market Live July 18: S&P 500 (VOO) Hitting Higher Highs on Positive Earnings Reports

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF closed at a new all-time high Thursday, 577.18, and seems to be aiming for a repeat Friday, rising 0.2% in premarket trading.
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from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Passive Income of $5,600 Annually Can Be Had From These 5 High-Yield Closed-End Funds

Closed-end funds (CEFs) differ from mutual funds by trading on exchanges, affecting their price relative to NAV.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Medical Debt and Beyond: Texas Judge Blocks Biden Rule, Negatively Affecting Baby Boomers

Many Baby Boomers are retiring with significant debt, primarily medical debt.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I hated my Big Law career, but stayed so I could achieve FIRE in 7 years. It came at the expense of my joy, but I have no regrets.

I pursued law solely because I saw it as a practical, respectable career, but I didn't love it. Before starting my first job, I came across the financial independence early retirement (FIRE) movement, and I saw it as a way out.
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fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 weeks ago

How Cycling Gave Me a Second Act in Retirement

Retirement transitioned into running a nonprofit food truck and was disrupted by the pandemic, impacting the experience of retirement significantly.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

American Retirees Face Unexpected Emotional Challenges: Tech Founder Reveals Key Lessons

Retirement can lead to unexpected emotional challenges despite financial success.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

The 3 Most Important Pieces of Advice Every Baby Boomer Needs to Hear About Their Investment Portfolios Right Now

Implementing long-term investing strategies is challenging despite available expert advice.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

We want to quietly set up a trust for our daughter without her knowing until she's 30 - what's the best way to do that?

A trust is a legal arrangement where assets are managed by a trustee for the benefit of a beneficiary. They are popular estate planning tools to ensure financial security, control asset distribution, and potentially reduce taxes.
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fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Andy Farrell confirms Garry Ringrose will miss Lions first Test against Australia

Garry Ringrose has suffered a concussion and failed his Head Injury Assessment, meaning he will miss the Lions' first Test against Australia.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

3 Monthly Dividend ETFs Every Retiree Should Own

The transition to retirement can be tricky, given the dynamic of having more time on your hands but often less income at your fingertips.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

65 With $900K in Retirement Savings-Can You Really Live on Dividends Alone?

It is possible to live off passive income, such as dividends, with a sufficient investment portfolio.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Waze's cofounder thinks you should start thinking about saving for retirement at 18

Saving for retirement should start at age 18 to ensure effective investment growth through compounding.
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fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

This Is the Most Expensive Place to Retire in the U.S. in 2025

California has the five most expensive retirement towns in the U.S., requiring substantial savings for retirees.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

A US Army vet thought he'd work into his 70s. A move to South Korea gave him the freedom to retire in his 50s.

Steve Wilson and his wife found early retirement feasible in South Korea after thorough research, shifting their plans from multiple other countries.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

I'm 84 and drive for Uber to pay my bills. I've made some unfortunate investments, but I'm not worried about the future.

Supplemental income is crucial for financial stability in retirement.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Eoin McGee answers: 'I'm in my forties and adding AVCs of almost 1,000 per month to my pension. Is it worth the sacrifice? Should I just enjoy life now?

Public servants face retirement after 15 years with a pension and ongoing AVC payments.
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

3 Facts About Medicare That Every American Over 60 Needs to Know

Medicare changes and Health Savings Accounts are crucial considerations for retirement planning, especially for those nearing retirement.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is One of the Best Places to Retire in the U.S. for Low Taxes, Mental Health, and Quality of Life

According to data from the Consumer Expenditure Surveys, the average retired household spent approximately $5,000 per month on living expenses, including housing and health care.
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

3 High-Yield Fidelity ETFs Perfect For Retirement

Fidelity offers unique dividend ETFs focusing on yield and capital gains potential, ideal for retirees seeking low volatility and dividend safety.
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