Planning for retirement can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. It all starts with a series of questions only you can answer. A post-retirement budget is meant to provide you with direction. A ...

When approached strategically, retirement plans are long-term investments in your workforce that compound over time, not ...

Here's how to clarify your retirement priorities.

Retirement budgeting is fundamentally different from budgeting during your working years. Income becomes relatively fixed, while certain expenses rise and others disappear altogether. The safety net ...

Budgeting gives you a handle on your money. Automating contributions keeps you on track. Investing strategically lets your portfolio do more of the hard work. Here's how to set yourself up for success ...

When planning for retirement, choosing the right account can make a major difference in how much money you ultimately keep. Roth retirement accounts, including Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s, allow ...

Scott Wallschlaeger, CFP, is CEO of MPPL Financial, a wealth management firm serving successful individuals and families across the U.S. As retirement approaches, many people focus almost exclusively ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average life expectancy was 75.8 years for males, 81.1 years for females, and the average for both sexes is 78.4 years in 2023. 1 ...