What steps can I take in my 20s to get ready for retirement if Social Security is no longer available?
Gathering Questions on Money and Finances We’re collecting your questions about finances, and every week, we get insights from familiar voices. Kylie Jones, 24, from Evanston, is worried about her Social Security benefits. Concerns About Social Security Christine Benz, director of personal finance and retirement planning at Morningstar, mentioned that worries over the reliability of […]
I returned from early retirement after purchasing an extravagant house I didn’t require. Here are the errors I made.
This essay reflects a conversation with Sam Dogen, a 48-year-old early retiree living in San Francisco, the author, and her stay-at-home father. Edited for brevity and clarity. I stepped into retirement in 2012 at the age of 34, and my wife joined me a few years later in 2015, retiring at 35. Since then, we’ve […]
Gen Z is tapping into their retirement savings, forgoing meals, and selling their possessions just to make ends meet, new reports reveal.
Spending habits among younger generations, especially related to platforms like TikTok Shop, can reflect some serious financial challenges. It’s like, in a way, they’re choosing to skip meals just to afford the latest trends or, well, the essentials. According to new findings from the Payroll Integrated 2025 Employee Financial Wellness report, a significant portion of […]
Seniors may outlive their retirement funds in these 41 states
Retirement Shortfalls for Older Americans A recent analysis reveals that older adults in 41 states could outlive their retirement savings. Many Americans express concern about their financial future after retirement, with worries about running out of money outweighing fears of health issues, according to a report from the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies. The Average […]
Common misunderstandings about federal retirement benefits
The Human Resources Administration is predicting a surge in resignation applications due to a rise in federal employees using the Voluntary Early Resignation Agency (VERA) and the delayed Resignation Program (DRP). In a recent statement concerning new contracts aimed at updating the HR system, OPM noted an expected doubling of the backlog for resignation applications. […]
One in four adults in the UK are willing to invest in cryptocurrency for retirement, according to a survey.
About 25% of adults in the UK are considering incorporating cryptocurrency into their retirement plans, which hints at a growing potential for crypto within the UK’s extensive pension market. British insurer Aviva shared on Tuesday that a recent poll conducted with 2,000 adults revealed that 27% would be open to using crypto in their retirement […]
Proposed law would allow military retirees and fully disabled veterans to continue adding to military retirement accounts
Washington – A former Navy pilot known as R-Va has left the military. Recently introduced legislation by Senator Jen Kigugan allows for the first time that 100% disabled veterans can contribute to military-sponsored retirement accounts, known as recycling savings plans. This bill facilitates veterans in advancing financial options for retirees, enabling them to allocate portions […]
Travis Kelce is set to marry Taylor Swift as the Chiefs anticipate retirement following the 2026 NFL season.
Travis Kelce may be turning a new page in his love story, as the 2025 NFL season could very well be his last. Inside sources from the Chiefs organization are gearing up for what many believe will be a Hall of Fame season, amid swirling rumors about his potential retirement. This season marks Kelce’s 13th […]
Ways to legally reduce tax payments in retirement
You might picture retirement as sun-soaked beaches, golfing, or lazy afternoons filled with long meals. But the reality is that many retirees are still dealing with taxes. Recent figures from HM Revenue & Customs show that the percentage of those over 75 paying taxes increased from 7% in 2011-12 to around 11% in 2022-23. That […]
How Gen Z is getting ready (or not) for retirement
Generation Z is currently the youngest adult generation in the U.S., with individuals aged 18 to 28 having a significant amount of time to consider their financial futures, including retirement. However, it seems that, for many, retirement planning isn’t at the top of their to-do lists just yet. A report from Nerdwallet indicates that only […]