Calculating your RMD only requires two numbers. You'll need your retirement account balance as of Dec. 31, 2024. Check with ...

estimating your post-retirement expenses is an important piece of the equation. While you may not be able to get it down to ...

If you know how much money you need in the bank to comfortably retire, you're in the minority: Only 1 in 10 people make such a calculation, according to the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies.

It pays to calculate RMDs (Required minimum distributions) as you approach retirement or if you are already retired. RMDs are the minimum annual withdrawals you must make each year from most ...

Underestimating your lifespan can lead to saving too little and retiring too soon. Here's how longevity literacy can help you plan more effectively. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has ...

13 years ago, the SSA introduced a site where you could find all your Social Security information in one place. This site makes it easy to see how much more you'll need to save or invest to meet your ...

It's important to estimate your retirement expenses before you close out your career. You might spend more on healthcare than expected. Housing and leisure could also eat up a surprisingly large chunk ...

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It’s no secret that Social Security is struggling, and if changes aren’t made to rectify the problems, retirees will only receive 79% of their benefits beginning in 2033, according to the Social ...

Take control of your retirement planning. Our expert reviews and advice cut through the noise, whether you're saving for retirement, thinking about accessing your pensions, or working out how to boost ...

It's difficult to determine exactly how much money is enough to retire comfortably. Households earning $50,000 or more will need about 80 percent of their pre-retirement earnings to maintain their ...