Saving for Retirement

Sandwich Generation Headed for a Crumble

Wm. Scott Page | Posted 05.31.2012

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This generation of people, sandwiched between financially needy parents and children, will be reaching retirement age soon but likely without a nest egg of any significance. For those facing this financial whipsaw, here are some recommendations, both financial and psychological.

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Help! My Partner Is Giving Away Our Life Savings... to Our Kids

Suzanna de Baca | Posted 05.14.2012

Read More: Saving, Parenting, Saving for Retirement, Money, Retirement, Baby Boomers, Saving Money, Money News

While many feel good about helping their kids through tough times, couples do not always see eye to eye on how much support is appropriate and under what circumstances. So what can you do if you and your spouse disagree on if -- or how -- to help your struggling adult child with their finances?

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Half Of Americans Aren't Saving For Retirement

The Huffington Post | Bonnie Kavoussi | Posted 05.11.2012

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An alarming number of Americans may have to work until they die. One in two Americans are not saving at all for retirement, according to a new stud...

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Four Tips for Planning Your Retirement

Women & Co | Posted 05.09.2012

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The question is, how do you figure out just how much savings you'll need for the life you want? Here are four simple steps to get you there.

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Empty Nesters Gone Wild

Irvin G. Schorsch III | Posted 05.08.2012

Read More: Baby Boomers, Retirement Savings, Empty Nesters, Saving for Retirement, Retirement Planning, Personal Finance, Money News

While there's nothing wrong with an occasional splurge once you've wrapped up your child-rearing, many empty nesters are going too far.

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Retirement Realities for Women

Stephanie Penn | Posted 05.08.2012

Read More: Women, Family Planning, Personal Finances, Saving for Retirement, Retirement, Savings, Future Planning, Finances, Money News

Changing the mindset of millions of women isn't something that can happen overnight but it can be done.

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Five Ways To Manage College And Retirement Savings

AP | DAVE CARPENTER | Posted 05.07.2012

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CHICAGO -- Imagine if retirement were financed by scholarships, grants and loans. You could qualify for a substantial aid package to pay for your sen...

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Baby Boomers Risk Retirement To Support Kids, Parents

Huff/Post50 | Kristen Stenerson | Posted 05.23.2012

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Baby boomers are putting their retirements at risk by spending too much on their adult children, according to a new study by Ameriprise Financial. The...

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What You Need To Know About Your Retirement Plan

Reuters | Posted 05.01.2012

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* Providers ask for one-year transition * With two months left, firms fret By Jessica Toonkel ...

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Oops! I Forgot to Save for Retirement

Suzanna de Baca | Posted 04.25.2012

Read More: Women, Saving Money, Saving for Retirement, Retirement, Money News

My friend Jane is a world traveler and has always been a free spirit -- traversing the globe and spending money freely. But when she turned 45, Jane experienced a wake-up call as she reviewed her finances.

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UK Seniors Should Beware Accounts Targeting Older Savers

The Telegraph | Posted 04.18.2012

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Millions of older savers and investors are often tempted by bank accounts aimed at the mature market because they assume that these offer better inter...

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Catch Up on Retirement Savings in 5 Simple Steps

InvestingAnswers | Posted 04.18.2012

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Reaching a retirement goal on time requires aggressive saving, maximizing tax advantages, lowering your expenses and keeping a diversified investment portfolio. As the old Chinese proverb says, "The best time to plant an oak tree was 20 years ago, and the next best time is today."

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WATCH: How To Protect Your Retirement Savings During Divorce

Posted 05.23.2012

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Getting a divorce can certainly throw a wrench in your retirement plans. CNBC personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson offers tips on NBC's "Tod...

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This Is Mostly A Fantasy

The Huffington Post | Bonnie Kavoussi | Posted 04.10.2012

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For most Americans, retirement is more fantasy than reality. Just 14 percent of Americans say they are very confident in their ability to retire co...

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"4% Rule" Serves as Guideline for Today's Retirees, But Use With Caution

Cheryl Krueger | Posted 04.05.2012

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An estimated 10,000 baby boomers turn age 65 each day. Many of them have a significant portion of their retirement savings invested in non-guaranteed defined contribution plans such as 401(k)s and IRAs. As they retire, they will need to switch from saving to spending down.

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3 Tax Mistakes Retirees Can't Afford to Make

InvestingAnswers | Posted 04.04.2012

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So what's the pitfall? Many retirees aren't informed about the MRD, which ends up costing them 50 percent of the withdrawal each year they miss it. Be sure to understand how your financial institution is calculating your distribution.

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Minorities More Likely To Make This Costly Move

The Huffington Post | Bonnie Kavoussi | Posted 04.04.2012

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Here's more evidence of just how hard the recession was on minorities. African-Americans and Hispanic-Americans were more likely to tap their retir...

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Sorry, You Probably Shouldn't Buy An iPad With This Money

The Huffington Post | Khadeeja Safdar | Posted 03.22.2012

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As the deadline to file our taxes approaches, many of us are anticipating a nice tax refund. Americans will receive an average refund of $2,913, a...

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Tax Tips After Retirement

Leann Reynolds | Posted 05.21.2012

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Spring forward into tax season! Even after retirement there some wise tax tips from experts that can save money.

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What One Percenters Are Worried About

The Huffington Post | Alexander Eichler | Posted 03.14.2012

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Worried about losing your job? Afraid you'll hit retirement age with nothing in the bank? The richest people in America apparently feel your pain. ...

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Here's The Best Way To Take Advantage Of Your Retirement Benefits

Reuters | Posted 05.15.2012

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By Heather Struck NEW YORK, March 14 (Reuters) - Americans often view saving for retirement as a choice between contributing to a workplace 40...

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What You Should Know About Planning For Retirement

HuffingtonPost.com | Laura Rowley | Posted 03.13.2012

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Americans' confidence in their ability to retire is hovering at the lowest level in two decades, according to a survey released Tuesday by the Employe...

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These Accounts Are Dangerously Low

The Huffington Post | Alexander Eichler | Posted 03.13.2012

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If you stopped working and had to live off what you had in the bank, could you do it? For many Americans, the answer is a definite "no." Nearly ...

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Good Pensions Serve to Boost Economy, Not Drain It

Gregory Floyd | Posted 05.12.2012

Read More: Labor, Public Pensions, New York City, Pension Reform, Saving for Retirement, Retirement, Unions, Labor Unions, Retirement Planning, Politics News

Public sector workers are important assets to our communities and the foundation to the middle class. Investing in their pensions for the past 90 years has helped make this city world-class, and we must preserve this legacy.

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Scrambling For Cash? Why You Should Never Tap Into Your 401(k)

Posted 03.07.2012

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Amid a tough economy, the number of employees dipping into their retirement savings plans is soaring, CBS Moneywatch reports. While tapping into your ...

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