Social Security 2026 benefit amounts will be affected by these changes
Ascentxmedia | E+ | Getty Images About 75 million Americans will see a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment to their…
$1 million saved for retirement ‘ain’t what it used to be’: American workers still have a long way to go
Jessica Hall is a retirement reporter for MarketWatch. She was an Age Boom Academy Fellow with Columbia University…
Average 401(k), IRA balances hit record highs amid 2025’s market gains
Insta_photos | Istock | Getty Images Retirement account balances, which sank at the start of 2025 amid wild market swings, hit…
‘AI bubble’ shouldn’t be main focus of retirement investors
Thasunda Brown Duckett CNBC Fears of an AI stock bubble have many investors watching — and some worrying…
Some face a ‘survivor’s penalty’ after a spouse dies — how to avoid it
D-keine | E+ | Getty Images Losing a spouse can be devastating, and survivors often face a costly…
Younger Boomers Are Driving On-Demand Living In Retirement
Younger boomers adopted digital convenience throughout their work years. They are now carrying life-by-app into retirement and reshaping…
He saved $1.5M for retirement and has zero debt — so why does she still feel broke at 72?
Between high living costs and uncertainty in the stock market, Raymond, 72, is feeling anxious about retirement —…
How baby boomers can close a retirement savings gap
Many baby boomers aren’t on track to retire with enough money. They have some options to adjust their…
What to do with your 401(k) after a layoff
Jackyenjoyphotography | Moment | Getty Images More from Financial Advisor Playbook: Here’s a look at other stories affecting…
‘Peak 65’ boomers can’t tell if they’re ready to retire, and this ‘confidence paradox’ could cost them big in retirement
It comes as no surprise that Americans are paying more for necessities than they did last year, and…
401(k) contribution limits 2026: IRS increases savings cap
Maskot | Digitalvision | Getty Images The IRS has announced new 401(k) contribution limits for 2026. In its release Thursday,…
401(k) catch-up contribution limits 2026: IRS update
Peter Cade | Getty Images The IRS has announced new 401(k) catch-up contribution limits for 2026. In its…