Retirement

From taking greater risks to saving more, here are some specific ways women can improve their financial situations.

From risky manoeuvres to slow-and-steady strategies, we look at five methods to double your money.

Even if you own your own business, it is still very important to save for retirement, and to understand your options for doing so.

Aging baby boomers will cause a strain on Social Security, but what can the U.S. do to ensure that the whole system doesn't fail?

Your plan may not last in a rocky market. Find out whether your savings will be affected.

The plan's cost of living adjustments can provide protection against inflation.

We look at two expensive and three affordable retirement homes to see if you really need to pay a lot of money for a quality retirement experience.

Many Americans are deciding to retire later due to harsh economic conditions. Theoretically, how high will the average retirement age rise?

Your golden years are meant to be stress free. Keep them that way by protecting your assets.

Companies are putting the responsibility of saving for retirement on the employee.

Are you preparing for deployment? Here are some things to know to get your funds in line before you go.

The social security disability program is nearly bankrupt and could run out of money by 2016.

It may be better to leave your assets exposed to the tax man when you're saving to retire.

These funds are hard to understand and might not be a wise choice by themselves. We tell you why.

Don't procrastinate. The timing of your contributions can mean thousands more in savings.

Investor ownership of ETFs has grown a lot over the last decade. Discover how they can fit into your retirement plan.

Discover the factors you must weigh to make this decision.

Here is a look at the role employers play in 401(k) plans.

Here's how you can juggle saving for your child's college education and your retirement.

The new 401(k) laws require more disclosure, but that won't fully protect participants from losing money in fees.

Here's a rundown of the expected costs to pay for healthcare for senior citizens once they reach retirement.

While each individual's financial goals and needs are unique, there are some common pieces of advice that apply to each segment of the financial spectrum.

All Weather investment strategies can shield investors during the worst bear markets.

Here's how women can manage saving for retirement.

Many countries can help you establish a path towards residency. Before you move, read this article first.

Learn how ETFs can solve an advisor's litigation and fee disclosure fears.

From Social Security to medical assistance to taxes, here's what you need to know about living overseas.

These ETFs take the sector rotation strategy from institutional investors and puts it in your hands.

It is difficult to make money in bonds in a rising rate environment, but there are ways to avoid losses.

After a career marked by loyalty to the firm, the promised pension plan benefits aren't materializing for many plan participants.

Balance is the key when selecting an all-ETF portfolio that will hedge against market volatility.

These funds are a relatively new product to most investors, but they could be what you need for increased returns.

Here is everything you need to know about retirement planning if you are in your 40s.

Everything you need to know about retirement planning if you are in your 50s.

Here are some recent figures that highlight how women are preparing for retirement.

Housing your retirement plan inside a variable annuity contract offers some big advantages, but only if you are close to retirement.

Find out how these specialized ETFs can give your portfolio the punch it needs.

Here is everything you need to know about retirement planning if you are in your 30s.

How does the rest of the world stack up when it comes to planning and saving for retirement?

Find out what you need to prepare to avoid serious estate planning mistakes.

This rare metal is being used in the industry more and more. See how you can get exposure.

Here is everything you need to know about retirement planning if you are in your 20s.

Younger generations might want to start preparing for retirement now. Some things may not last that much longer.

Average and cautious investors can experience lower risk with ETFs - a safer alternative to swaps and derivatives.

Tracking errors tend to be small, but they can still adversely affect your returns. Learn how to protect against them.

A few small sacrifices now will be worth it in the long run.

As an emerging markets investor, there are some traps to be aware of. Learn what to watch out for.