Interest in tiny homes growing as retired Americans look to save money, space
Tiny home advocates are looking to alleviate the housing crisis that is impacting more than 70% of Americans by pushing for construction of the trendy spaces across the country.
12 steps to retirement
Regularly review your expenses and income needs, withdrawal strategy, beneficiaries, health care proxy, will and trust to ensure your plan meets your current needs.
Social Security recipients could see a smaller benefits bump in 2024 - Here's what that means for retirees
The 2024 Social Security COLA could rise to 3%, according to a Senior Citizens League estimate. That would be a drop from the 2023 adjustment of 8.7%. But retirees have options to reach a comfortable retirement.
Retirement account balances rise despite economic turmoil: Fidelity
401(k), IRA and 403(b) plan balances increased for the second straight quarter in Q1 2023, Fidelity Investments reported.
Most seniors regret retirement planning decisions, want do-over: Survey
Regret over how soon they started saving and how much they put away are the biggest mistakes seniors wish they could reverse in retirement planning, according to Lincoln Financial Group.
Inside America’s retirement income crisis
America will see a tidal wave of retirees next year, and many are not prepared, but there are ways you can put yourself in a stronger financial position heading into your golden years.
Health care for a 65-year-old retiree can cost $157,500: Fidelity
This is the first time in nearly a decade that the anticipated health care costs for retirees have stayed flat year over year, according to Fidelity.
Financial professionals recommend investing your bonus in your 401(k): Survey
Most financial professionals recommend you contribute your bonuses to your 401(k). But many Americans don’t get bonuses or have 401(k)s. Here’s what you can do.
Gen Z, Millenials have bleak outlook on financial futures, study finds
Most young adults in the U.S. believe they can improve the world, but fewer than half say they can secure their financial future, according to a new study.
Retirement, 401(k) savings rise led by Boomers, Gen Z
Retirement and 401(k) savings posted an increase in this year's first quarter, with Generation Z and Baby Boomers leading the way, according to a recent study from Fidelity Investments.
Rising costs pressure many Americans to make this one retirement mistake: Survey
High costs pushed 25% of cash-strapped Americans to cut retirement savings, according to a recent TIAA Institute survey.
Many Americans prioritize saving for retirement despite being squeezed by rising costs: survey
Inflation and rising costs have meant curtailing how many Americans spend money, but 34% said they saved more for retirement this past year, according to the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Board of Standards cost of living survey.
Americans save more in HSAs, Fidelity reports HSA assets exceed $16 billion
Fidelity's total assets in health savings accounts (HSA) totaled more than $16 billion. But even as savings increase, some consumers are practicing dangerous financial habits to pay for healthcare.
Nearly half of Americans cash out 401(k)s when changing jobs
Almost half of Americans have withdrawn funds from their 401(k) plans after leaving jobs, with some completely draining their balances. But doing so before reaching retirement age can trigger taxes and penalties. Here’s what you need to know.
Financial stress has biggest impact on Americans’ mental health: survey
Financial struggles are the biggest drivers of stress among Americans, according to a survey by Clever Real Estate. More than half of respondents said they’re stressed about inflation and not having enough money to save for retirement.
America's retirement preparedness score drops: Fidelity
The average American has a 78% chance of covering estimated retirement expenses in a down market, according to Fidelity's 2023 Retirement Savings Assessment. Here’s what you need to know.
Seniors worry Social Security increase not enough to cover rising costs: Survey
More than half of survey respondents said the latest increase to Social Security benefits doesn't adequately cover rising costs. As inflation rises, the increase in spending exceeded the latest 8.7% COLA adjustment.
Most Americans don’t know these financial solutions could help lower their tax burden: survey
Only 2% of Americans can correctly identify financial solutions with tax advantages, despite one in three saying they prioritize investments that would help them pay less in taxes either now or in the future, a recent Lincoln Financial Group survey said.
Social Security benefits could be cut by 20% starting in 2034, officials say
Social Security trust funds are expected to run out of money one year earlier than initially projected, the U.S. Treasury Department said.
Saving for retirement in America makes 'dramatic' shift, new report reveals
A new Vanguard report showed an increasing number of American workers participating in retirement plans and saving more money, but Gen Z is "better prepared" than the rest.