Retirement is a significant milestone that can bring a mix of emotions.

While retirement has always been a difficult proposition, today’s retirees are grappling with the twin challenges of high inflation and persistent volatility in financial markets

Healthcare expenses in retirement can vary greatly, which is why developing a specific-to-you approach for these costs can be a key part of effective retirement planning.

The decisions you make in the four to five years right after you hit that pivotal age can have a big impact on the rest of your retirement.

Many folks may think that people can start collecting their full Social Security benefits at age 65, which was the retirement age for decades. But Congress changed that as part of its 1983 overhaul of the entitlement program.

Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker. If you’re among the many people covered under Social Security, you should know what your future benefit may be. These monthly payments are likely to be an important part of your retirement income.

Taxes may be your biggest expense in retirement. A surprising twist on the usual withdrawal strategy may help you save thousands of dollars.

The one-year hiatus on required withdrawals from most 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts is over.

Barring another unlikely reprieve from Congress, taxpayers with these retirement plans must resume those withdrawals this year.