Securing Retirement

We can always take a cue from the past and move in with our kids, but I hope we won't have to.

4 Money-Etiquette Questions Answered

Our etiquette experts guide you through four awkward money moments.

Your Guide to Bargain Travel in 2012

To keep your costs from soaring, start planning your summer vacation now.

New Rates for Social Security Benefits, Medicare Premiums in 2012

The first increase for inflation since 2009 offsets a Medicare premium hike.

7 Financial Tips for Snowbirds

These banking, insurance and home maintenance moves will keep your finances in order while you're away.

The Benefits of Staying Put in Retirement

Pulling up a lifetime of stakes and retiring where it's warm and sunny may be a tempting prospect. But think again.

Expand Your Options for Charitable Giving

Rock-bottom interest rates and forecasted higher future tax rates are creating attractive opportunities for donors.

My Story: A Soldier Comes Full Circle

Retired U.S. Army officer Justino Sosa of Chicago has a new career teaching personal finance at a community college like the one that put him on the road to success.

Picking the Best of Everything in 2011

We picked the brains of our staff experts to find out which blogs and other resources they swear by.

The Best of Everything, 2011

Our annual awards choose the standouts in stocks, funds, credit cards, travel, tech, apps, cars and more.

Year-End Moves to Avoid the Medicare High-Income Surcharge

Take these steps to lower your income so you won't have to pay higher Part B and D premiums than other beneficiaries.

High-Income Seniors Hit With Medicare Surcharge

You'll have to pay more for Part B and Part D if your income tops a certain level.

Preventing the Crime of the 21st Century

A group of national organizations is coming together November 10 to provide information and advice to callers about financial abuse of the elderly.

Living Well in a Little House

Freelance journalist Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell and her husband, of Yellville, Arkansas, chose to downsize to a 480-square-foot lake house that they share with their five dogs.

Protect Yourself, Loved Ones From Financial Abuse of the Elderly

Today’s volatile stock market and near-zero interest rates on savings can make desperate older investors even more vulner­able to scams.

Medicare Premiums to Decrease for Some

However, high-income beneficiaries will continue to pay extra for Medicare Part B and Part D.

Social Security Benefits to Rise 3.6% in 2012

The first cost-of-living adjustment since 2009 could be offset by higher Medicare premiums.

How to Compare Medicare Advantage Plans

Follow this step-by-step guide for using Medicare's Plan Finder tool to search for the best all-in-one medical and drug coverage.

How to Use Medicare's Plan Finder Tool

This step-by-step guide will help you take advantage of a great online resource for comparing plans.

How to Compare Medicare Policies

State programs can help you pick a plan over the phone or in person.

Everything You Need to Know About Replacement Windows

The Mythical Social Security Crisis of 2011

Even without congressional action, the retirement system won’t go broke for decades, so why all the fuss? It’s all about scaring voters.

Pensions: Take a Lump Sum or Not?

New rules will mean smaller pension payouts next year. Get it right the first time. There are no do-overs.

5 Ways to Age in Place

Communities nationwide are experimenting with housing options and services to help seniors live independently and stay in their own homes.

The Good News on Social Security

All that’s needed are some nips and tucks to get the supplemental retirement program on a sounder financial path. The tougher problems are with Medicare and Medicaid.

Did You Take Your Medicine Today?

A FICO score predicts whether you are using medicine as directed.

The Growing Allure of Overseas Retirement

Emerging economies around the world are rolling out the red carpet for U.S. emigrants.

Too Young to Be Old

A growing number of us are neither-nors -- neither ready to retire nor able to afford it.

Zipcar: Robin Chase

Robin Chase the founder of Zip Car shares tells us about her mission to help share resources.

6 Great Jobs for Retirees

These six jobs are well suited for retirees who want to work or who have to work.

Head Off Age Bias in a Job Interview

Be prepared to answer these four questions.

Required Minimum Distributions for IRAs and 401(k)s

At age 70½, you must make withdrawals from your traditional IRA, but, if you’re still working, you can delay tapping your 401(k).

A Bond Strategy to Protect Your Savings

Worried about inflation? Shorten your maturities.

New Lower-Cost Reverse Mortgage Option

There may be a better way to tap your home equity.

The Social Security Catch-22

Claiming Social Security benefits early while still working means you'll face the dreaded earnings test. Be sure you understand the rule that can take away cash today but deliver beefed-up benefits tomorrow.

Ten Secrets to Saving

Write down your goals. Pledging to save $2,000 for a vacation to Cancun is likely to get you there.

You'll Need to Save More

Use these benchmarks to gauge whether you're on track.

When a Parent Moves in With the Kids

Adult children and elderly parents should have a thorough discussion, from privacy concerns to division of chores, before combining households.

Long-Term-Care Rate Hikes Loom

Despite proposed premium increases, insurance is still the best way to protect yourself.

Social Security Eliminates Payback Option

A new rule prevents retirees from repaying benefits and restarting them at a higher rate -- striking down a strategy to maximize retirement income.