Retirement

Timing is Everything

Countless workers worry about how they're going to pay the bills and take care of their health in retirement. Thankfully, there are two key programs -- Social Security and Medicare -- designed to help in both regards. In fact, you may be wondering whether it pays to sign up for both programs simultaneously. And the quick answer is: It depends....

The Solo Act

Whether or not you're currently in a relationship, there's a good chance that your second act could be a solo one. Of course, whether or not you have a partner, the usual planning basics apply: You need to save diligently, invest in a diversified portfolio, and maintain an emergency fund....