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‘I am beside myself with the classes I have taken.’ Retirees are finding themselves on college campuses — again.
Older adults are being embraced at colleges and universities as they work on their next act.
How to avoid potential conflict among your kids when leaving an unequal inheritance
You want to treat your kids fairly when it comes to inheritance, but 'fair' doesn’t always mean 'equal,' especially if your assets and situation are complicated
How to turn small amounts of money now into huge sums later — and why you should move beyond the S&P 500
How you invest your savings makes a big difference
Who is that in the mirror? How to love that reflection as you age.
Self-conscious about your aging appearance? Here’s how to snap back and regain confidence in your looks.
We know not to take money early from a tax-deferred retirement account. So why do we do it?
The IRS imposes a 10% penalty for withdrawing these funds before age 59 ½. Some savers don’t realize this until it’s too late.
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When will the Fed stop raising rates?
Retirees, be warned: Trying to predict the Fed’s behavior has minimal rewards and considerable risks
Retirees’ 4 biggest credit card misconceptions
Credit cards are essential to many retirees but they’ve become much more complicated. Here are the most common points of confusion.
Opinion 4 steps to reduce economic anxiety
The last three years have been extremely difficult for Americans on a personal and financial level.
Are inherited Roth retirement accounts subject to RMDs?
There is some uncertainty around inherited IRAs
Don’t get fooled by magical thinking when it comes to your money
The importance of focusing on real, not nominal, returns
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For the best travel experiences, try un-planning
Skip out on the rigid schedules of sightseeing and allow for some chance encounters. It will make your travel experience richer and more memorable.
Why sibling rivalry continues even for adults in their 50s and 60s
Even as adults, some siblings can't help but treat every situation they are in as a competition.
From toddlers to 100-year-olds, this unique apartment complex offers retirement living, with residents of all ages
Catholic sisters, single moms, children and retirees: At Trinity Woods, residents of all ages are creating a community with 'purpose and meaning'
What does it mean to reform federal ‘entitlement’ programs like Social Security?
Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid do not provide greedy people with special privileges
Confessions of a financial planner who’s turning 50
A Gen-Xer, business owner and financial planner reflects upon a few lessons learned as she approaches a birthday milestone, and they can help you, too.
What are healthcare sharing ministries, and can they help with expenses Medicare doesn’t pay?
Here’s what Medicare beneficiaries should know about healthcare sharing ministries and how they compare with health insurance.
Are you flexible enough? It can be key to your health and a better lifestyle.
As we age, we lose flexibility and that can cause pain, loss of muscle strength and balance issues. Here's how to get it back.
3 reasons not to leave your 401(k) behind when you retire
Leaving behind your assets comes with some risk, potentially higher fees and fewer investment options.
