If you’re like most parents, your kids come first – always. But if you’re trying to save for your retirement and your child’s college fund, remember this: College is typically…
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Why Americans are Refusing to Retire
The reluctancy to retire is a seemingly new trend among baby boomers. So why are they refusing to leave the workforce? An alarming number of baby boomers are refusing to…
For First Time in 130 Years, Living With Parents Edges Out Other Living Arrangements for 18-34 Year Olds
As shared living with spouses or partners continues to fall, there are now more people under 35 living with their parents than in the late 1800s. Why is this historic…
Retirement Planning Without Children
Millions of baby boomers who do not have children are retiring — and the trend is projected to continue. The AARP estimates that by 2040, more than 20% of retirees…
4 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Checks in Retirement
In 1935, Social Security was intended to provide a safety net for people who were unable to accumulate sufficient retirement savings. Today, this has turned into a social program that…
Is Downsizing in Retirement Right for You?
Three out of four Americans say they would downsize their home to reduce ongoing costs and benefit from the equity, but it’s not always the answer to a happy retirement.…