I once envisioned retirement as sipping coffee on a porch at age 65, away from the grind of work, perhaps taking up golf. That traditional dream based on the Social Security Act of 1935 when life ...

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According to an Advisor Authority study powered by the Nationwide Retirement Institute, nearly six in ten pre-retiree investors said that their expectations for retirement have changed significantly ...

The sum of $1 million has often been tossed around as the ideal figure for a retirement nest egg. Of course, this is due in part to the fact that it’s a nice round number. In reality, many Americans ...

A new survey shows 51% of older workers expect to never retire — some because of choice, but others out of financial necessity. Money; Getty Images Many retirement-age Americans are planning to ...

After years of working, there comes a time when you can finally hang up your hat and retire — and hopefully, get back some of the earnings you’ve contributed to Social Security. For years, Americans ...

Many workers could increase their lifetime spending power by $182,000 by delaying Social Security retirement benefits.

What’s the perfect age for your retirement? The answer will vary depending on your finances, preferences, and your job. But for a growing number of Americans, the answer to that question is: Later ...

Most of us have a number in mind when it comes to retirement—whether it's scribbled in a planner or floating around somewhere between "I've had enough" and "my 401(k) says no." But what if there's ...

Choosing the right age to retire is crucial, since once you leave the workforce, you may not be able to return. If you decide to go back to work, you'll likely have to find a new job, possibly at a ...

If you don't have savings for retirement by 50, it's time to start making changes. That could mean reducing spending and prioritizing IRA or 401(k) contributions. Working longer may be something to ...