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CBS EVENING NEWS: Why the “sandwich generation” struggles to save for retirement

  Many people in their 50s are part of the so-called “sandwich generation” of workers who support both young relatives and aging parents. Roughly 5 million U.S. households ...
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Could Political Arguments Ruin Your Estate Plan?

At one time, political disagreements were just that — disagreements. It wasn’t uncommon for political talk to make its way into conversation at Thanksgiving dinner, and when someone ...
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MoneyWatch The new middle-class retirement plan: Working into old age

A new glimpse into how middle-class people in the U.S. think about retirement is revealing some startling views about how long they expect to live and to work. ...
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How long you may live is one of retirement planning’s biggest unknowns. How experts say to get the best estimate

To effectively plan for your retirement, experts say, you need to watch your savings rate and total nest egg. But how much you really need to have set aside depends on ...
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US inflation cools again, potentially paving way for Fed to cut interest rates soon

WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation in the United States cooled in June for a third straight month, a sign that the worst price spike in four decades is steadily fading and ...
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How long you may live is one of retirement planning’s biggest unknowns. How experts say to get the best estimate

To effectively plan for your retirement, experts say, you need to watch your savings rate and total nest egg. But how much you really need to have set aside depends on ...
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How Will the 2024 Election Impact Your Retirement?

In times of great change, it is only natural for people to wonder and worry. Without perspective, it morphs into wondering and worrisome-driven decisions or indecision. A general ...
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Nearly half of investors believe 2024 elections will have bigger impact on their portfolios than market performance, survey finds

For many Americans, planning for retirement may feel like a daunting financial goal. Now, there’s another risk on the horizon that may stoke their worries — the 2024 elections. Almost ...
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Seven Factors to Consider Before Choosing a Goal Age to Collect Social Security

An important player in your overall retirement plan, Social Security can help fund your living expenses when you’re no longer able to work or are working reduced hours. ...
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Single in Retirement? 20 Ways To Live a Richer Life on Your Own

You likely didn’t plan to be alone during retirement, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it. There are ways to live an enriching and fulfilling life — both financially ...
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