This article looks at the current fiscal outlook for the Social Security and Medicare programs and presents some potential changes that might help to strengthen them.
Credit may not be at the top of the list when it comes to retirement, but good credit can make a big difference for retirees. This article looks at some key factors that lenders consider.
Purchasing a fixed annuity shifts the risk for future investment returns to the insurance company and could help create a pension-like income stream for retirement.
Individual bonds and bond funds can both provide an income stream, but there are important differences. This article provides an overview of these two types of investments.
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.
Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.
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