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As discussed many times in this website, the Actuarial Approach employs a model and a process that involves systematic comparison of household assets and liabilities and tracking of the resulting hous...
The Sunday Bestis a collection of articles I’ve curated from the furthest reaches of the internet for your reading pleasure. ... Read more...
Coalition says 60 days “not nearly enough time” to review and comment on controversial…...
Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies releases 23 facts about women's retirement…...
Introduced by Sens. Joe Manchin and Mitt Romney, the Fiscal Stability Act aims to "stabilize…...
Tech giant employees can still contribute to their 401(k), but key incentive to do so going…...
How to know when it is time to take your portfolio off autopilot...
TIPS and I Bonds are inflation-adjusted IOUs issued by the U.S. Treasury. So, how are they different? In this post, ... Read more...
This past October 31st launch of… Pathfinders …has been two years in the making and it is a book I have wanted to bring to you since 2016 after The Simple Path to Wealth was published. W...
Housing for homeless vets has gotten better but there is still much to do. The VA, states, counties and cities have to work to solve the housing issues....
But, financial advisers note, most people cannot afford to set aside the maximum amount. “This is a system geared for high earners,” one expert said....
Pick the one thing having to do with your retirement that gives you the most concern. (I know that might be difficult) It can be anything. Is it your finances? Your health? The state of the world or t...
From medical advancements in Alzheimer's testing to experimental tattoos for monitoring heart health...
Getting close to transitioning to a working retirement but since downsizing options are now gone in my region of the PNW, I find many things to worry about! I’m 65 and eight months. How much hav...
Hello folks. Wife and I at that age we're planning to retire. Although we're pretty simple and don't live fancy, we have both worked professionally for decades and have 401k's about $1m each, we have ...
At what age do Required Minimum Distributions kick in? (I'm 67 now.) What kinds of accounts do they apply to? I have a mix of Roth and conventional IRAs, 401k's, annuities, and some TIAA/CREF stuff, t...
To mark our 65th birthday, AARP is publishing an extra, digital-only edition of AARP The Magazine that explores aging across a wide range of reports...
Should a young saver put more in his 401(k) or strike out on his own? The active vs. passive investing debate comes to retirement....
There is no reason smallish firms won’t start to sponsor them, many do, like dentist offices, because the permitted tax-qualified contributions are larger in DB than DC....
Selling bonds to buy real estate is a much easier decision to make than selling stocks to buy real estate. Real estate acts like a bond plus investment because bonds have more similarities to real est...
Just for a fun post. I am not looking for advice. What is your plan for vehicles/transit after or during retirement? Will you get new vehicle(s) right before you retire or will you continue with your ...
I’m 59. My husband is 65 and semi-retired. Pro’s: 1. I’m soooo tired, 2. I need more time to exercise and stay healthy, 3. We definitely have enough to live on, 4. I’d like to ...
For those who are taking medication for issues like depression, anxiety, or ADHD, do you plan to continue after going in to retirement? I was thinking since I seem most anxious/depressed about work, a...
This Fundrise review was completely updated on 11/06/2023. Fundrise is a Washington, D.C.-based real estate and alternative assets platform enabling non-accredited investors to invest in high-quality ...
Baby boomers tend to be viewed as one group. But thanks to the Great Recession, younger boomers have had a much harder time saving for retirement....
Growing up, Hollywood had me believing that 20s were going to be the most exciting part of my life. I’d find true love, go on a life-changing trip to Europe and start a successful career all in ...
It's never too early to start saving for retirement. Here are retirement investment basics, including different account types and portfolio management strategies....
Nearly 40 percent of Americans have delayed or skipped necessary medical care in the past year because they couldn’t afford it. How do we stack up to other developed countries? Dead last. Even t...
Ever since inflation started its upward spiral in 2021, many, if not all Australians, have felt its impact to some degree or another. Inflation has been a buzzword among Australians since 2021 when th...
A multinational that promises to relieve customers facing stressful situations refused to pay after two relatives passed away. Europ Assistance Australia recently declined to reimburse more than $6800...
Medicare Suppliment plans - where do I look for unbiased information I want to switch from insurance though a job to a Medicare Suppliment plan but I am not sure where to look for unbiased information...
In the past few years, Canada’s digital banking space has become increasingly crowded. Longstanding players like Simplii Financial and Tangerine must compete with names like EQ Bank, Motus Bank,...
Maybe you're looking for a "bolt hole" where you can get away from the rest of the world....
ESGV is one of Vanguard’s leading ESG ETF investment options. ESG, which stands for Environment, Social, and Governance, attempts to ... Read more...
I am highly motivated in retirement (I have been retired for less than a year) and am never bored. I study and exercise every day. I enjoy these activities, but also I want to prove to myself that all...
The number of 401k millionaires continues to rise. Discover their strategies, savings goals, and the path to financial security and a comfortable retirement....
We are officially approaching the last 2 months of the year which means that you should start making end of year tax planning/financial planning moves. Now you may be wondering, “what are those ...
Are you looking to invest in an S&P-indexed exchange-traded fund? VOO and SPY are two key ETFs offered today. VOO ... Read more...
The next wave of retirees will face a grim reality as they grapple with a government system that is failing them on multiple fronts. These daunting challenges include the Social Security Trust Fund ru...
One of the best ways to get a better deal on a home is by paying cash. Sellers prefer all-cash offers because there's less risk the transaction will fall through once in escrow. As a result, some sell...
American Tower and Crown Castle are two of the largest REITs in the U.S. Here's a look at both to help you decide if either potentially fit in your portfolio....
Good news for those looking to maximize their contributions to retirement accounts, IRS has announced higher contribution limits for 401(k) and Cash Balance Plans....
85 year old man lost $200K to romance scammers. He thinks he's fine, but he's impaired. What his kids did to protect him from repeating the mistakes about money....
“You do not rise to the level of your goals; you fall to the level of your systems.” James Clear I’ve been focusing on building up my systems lately and today I’ll provide you ...
Check out Jeremy’s latest podcast on retirement planning by listening on “Apple Podcasts” or “Google Podcasts” or read below for How to Financially Prepare for Family Car...
I am a single female, age 64 (65 in July). I have been working since age 14. I just got laid off from my job and even tho I was not planning to retire now, I’m thinking maybe I should. My career...
Welcome to Episode 191 of TFRS, where we shift the spotlight from amassing wealth to gaining time and choices in life. Research has shown that once our income meets our needs and allows for savings, a...
Laura Stover, RFC® is discussing the recent decision by the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged and the potential implications for retirees and investors. We will also explore the on...
Note: Winners of last week’s book contest will be announced at the end of this post A few weeks ago, we posted a reader case Can’t Work Because of Health Issues and Worried, in which our r...
Last week, we discussed more on good budgeting practices. This week, we’re going to turn the page to the world of taxes. We are going to walk through a few introductory topics on what most peopl...