Just 14% of Workers Hit This 401(k) Benchmark—Learn How To Set It as Your Target Today
Only 14% of participants contribute the annual maximum in Vanguard-run defined contribution retirement plans, such as 401(k)s. High-income…
Saving for retirement ‘won’t matter’ soon due to AI and abundance. Why that’s risky advice
Elon Musk Elon Musk has once again sparked debate — this time over something most people consider essential…
‘I’m torn.’ I want to retire in 6 months, but how much professional help do I really need – and what’s the cost – to make it happen?
Question: “I currently have investments with a large investment company and plan to retire in six months. My…
Death, disability, lawsuits: The 8 life events financial advisers say clients are least prepared for
Americans are often ill-prepared for life’s toughest moments — including death and health calamities. For example, fewer than…
5 overlooked state tax considerations when deciding where to retire
If you’re planning for retirement, you’re probably focused on a handful of key variables, including the size of…
Marriage can be great for your finances — but avoid these 3 mistakes
Published: Jan. 23, 2026 at 1:23 p.m. ET From an economist’s perspective, one advantage of marriage is the financial…
‘Will Social Security run out?’ is the wrong question, economist says
People line up outside the Social Security Administration office in San Francisco. Getty Images Social Security, the federal…
Financial risks of supporting adult children, according to experts
By some measures, Generation Z is the hardest hit by the affordability crisis. Even though young adults are…
Financial Experts Share the Simple Retirement Advice They’re Giving To Clients in 2026
There are too many retirement dos and don’ts to count, but what would financial experts say is their…
Why retiring at 62 with $1.5 million saved can offer more security than staying at work longer
senior Caucasian couple sitting by car and drinking coffee after long drive during their roadtrip According to the…
Elon Musk says saving for retirement ‘won’t matter’ in 10 or 20 years. Here’s why that’s dangerous advice
Elon Musk has once again ignited discourse; this time over something most people treat as foundational to financial…
Rs 3.5 crore will not make you ‘rich’ in retirement. CA breaks down the uncomfortable math
For years, Rs 3.5 crore has been treated like the ultimate retirement milestone. Say this number out loud…