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Acting on worries about bond yields could actually hurt your retirement portfolio.

With stagnant wages and rising student loan debt, Millennials are struggling to start their nest eggs. These three tips can help.

A new study finds that retirees are happier than ever, thanks to trillions of hours of leisure time.

The concept of retirement is being radically reimagined. Here’s why.

Before you leave the workforce for good, consider these tips to help ease the financial transition into retirement.

Financial experts often recommend a 4 percent withdrawal rate for retirement funds. But is that the right approach for you?

More than 1 in 4 workers have saved less than $1,000 for retirement, possibly putting a comfortable retirement far out of reach.

Post-recession, most Americans believe they'll be able to afford a comfortable retirement, but many still aren't saving enough to make it happen.

There are many retirement threats lurking out there, ready to de-rail even the strongest plans. Here’s what to watch out for.

Many workers aren’t sure whether they’re saving enough or too little for retirement. Fortunately, it’s easy to find out.

Since 2013, Millennials have significantly increased their retirement savings, outpacing both Gen Xers and Baby Boomers, but they still have a long way to go.

The Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike is good news for seniors who rely on bonds and money market funds for income, but it’s still not likely to make a substantial difference.

Baby Boomers share several anxieties when it comes to preparing for retirement, but proper planning can help get rid of them.

A recent study found that many baby boomers lack knowledge about Social Security benefits, which could cost them in the long run. To get the most out of their benefits, boomers should make sure they’re not making any of these Social S

Many baby boomers have left retirement accounts with previous employers over the years. Consolidating those accounts before retirement can pay off in big ways.

It’s 2016, but the financial crisis of 2008 is still top of mind for many baby boomers—and it’s impacting their saving and investing habits. A new study finds that a significant number of boomers experienced economic trauma following the c

The Great Recession may have ended years ago, but many boomers are still supporting aging parents, adult children or both—and it’s negatively impacting their financial standing. Despite the reduced financial security, though, few boomers ha

Retirees hoping for higher Social Security benefits shouldn’t hold their breath: there likely won’t be a cost-of-living increase in 2016. For many, putting a financial plan in place may be necessary to help stretch Social Security dollars f

According to a recent Insured Retirement Institute survey, only 6 in 10 boomers report having any retirement savings, and just 27 percent are confident they will have enough money to last through retirement. Better retirement education effo