Robert Powell

There’s much that must go into the decision than your future tax rate.

The number of Americans 65 and over rose 33% to 49.2 million from 2006 to 2016, and that population could double by 2060. Financial advisers say there’s plenty to do to plan for a healthy and financially comfortable retirement.

What works in theory doesn’t always work in reality. And that is true in retirement. Do you need to replace 70% of your final earnings from various sources, for example? Here’s what the experts had to say.

Americans regret their past spending, especially on short-term pleasures that keep them from saving more for retirement. Here’s how to avoid that.

Do you fight about money with your spouse? Do you have trouble following a budget? Are you a compulsive spender? You might need financial therapy.

A key financial task you should complete each year is checking your Social Security statement. Here are six things to know.

Can you age in place? Assess your home and your future needs, plus that of elder family, while you are still younger and healthier.

Many financial planners recommend converting traditional IRAs to Roth IRA these days. But there are potential pitfalls. Here’s what you need to know.

If you need to apply for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI), there are a few things you need to know.

It’s not a new discovery that Social Security income will fall short of scheduled benefit. But there’s no need to overreact.

Nearly 4 million people under 18 receive a monthly Social Security check. Here’s how they qualify and how much they can receive.