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4 Ways to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits

Four ways prospective retirees can get the most out of their Social Security benefits.

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Top 5 Retirement Mistakes to Avoid

These all-too-common missteps can derail your retirement. Here's how to avoid them.

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Top 5 Keys to Retiring Early

Make these financial moves and retiring early doesn't have to be a pipedream.

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Borrowing From 401(k) Should Be a Last Resort

Borrowing from your 401(k) should be a last resort. Here's what you can do instead.

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7 Places to Retire During an Economic Downturn

From college towns to big cities, these places can help retirees weather downturns.

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Ruling Allows Employees to Sue 401(k) Providers

A decision to allow workers to sue 401(k) providers could carry costly consequences.

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Employers Offer New 401(k) Option: Annuities

With pensions all but extinct, employers are adding annuities to their 401(k) plans.

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5 Things to Look for in a Retirement Home

Here are five things to consider before choosing a retirement community.

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Retiring on Your Home's Equity

A soft real-estate market is threatening the home equity that many retirees count on.

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When Pensions Collapse

United Airlines is just the latest in a string of pension-plan implosions. If you're covered by one, it's time for a backup strategy.

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