Retirement

TrustgettyBeneficiaries of trusts sometimes need to realize how much control they actually have over a trust. That is because they are unaware of a power sometimes found in trusts that gives the beneficiary the ability to remove and replace…

Ready to go conceptgettyIt’s not uncommon for CMOs to start thinking about retiring in their early 50’s. I have several acquaintances who have chosen to take the early retirement path (before age 65) and pursue new and different non-career…

Even if you're retired, you still need to plan to keep your retirement on track.gettyIf you’re already retired, you may think you’re finished with your retirement planning. Most likely, you’ve already made several critical decisions, such…

Take charge of your retirement in 2024!gettyStudies have shown that you’re much more likely to achieve the retirement you want by setting retirement goals and taking steps to achieve them. Without goals or plans, you’re apt to experience…

Mother, age 85, liked freedom with her cash. She used her money without keeping track of her spending. She forgot to check her bank statements and didn’t notice that odd withdrawals had happened. Her short term memory was eroding. When she…

You don't have to be stranded on a deserted island to lose and old retirement account. Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty ImagesYou aren't alone if you are missing some retirement account assets. Sadly, many have forgotten old…

Can you start at 50, and still retire a millionaire? gettyLet’s say you just had your 50th birthday party. Can you still retire a millionaire? Retiring a millionaire is quite simple, but it’s not easy. Otherwise, we'd see millions more…

In Penang, Malaysia, you can live like royalty on a monthly budget of $2,500. gettyFor most people thinking about retirement, either at home or overseas, budget is a key factor. In my more than 30 years of traversing the globe scouting out…

Planning for a fulfilling retirement is more than crunching the numbers.Laura HawkThe retirement planning industry is going through a quiet revolution that could be easy for you to miss. After all, a quick scan of today’s headlines paints a…

It’s that time of year when online shopping increases as families buy their holiday gifts online. Shipping of items ordered usually goes smoothly but sometimes glitches happen. That’s exactly what scammers know and try to use to their…