Retirement

We'll show you how to choose between Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs and 401(k)s.

Follow this sound advice and plan for a comfortable future.

Tough times call for desperate measures, but is raiding your life insurance policy even worth considering?

Society provides benefits to those who wed and punishes those who don't. Find out how to protect yourself.

We tell you which countries have low retirement ages and how does it affects their economy.

Understanding the implications of these events can help you plan your finances and, in some cases, save you from paying taxes altogether.

ETNs offer yet another way to track an index. Find out what they have to offer, and what's at stake.

Income taxes are one of the things that's certain in life. We'll explain the different tax situations when you retire.

Social Security is predicted to run out in the next few decades. Read on to see how you can offset the shortfall.

Discover some of the costs that can eat away at your retirement savings and why you should get a comprehensive assessment of your plan.

Poor planning and the cost of raising children are just some of the expenses that could delay your retirement.

Find out the size and causes of ETF tracking errors and which funds are at risk.

Depending on how much you make, when you have to start and what percentage you need, how much do you need to save each paycheck to have $50, 000 a year after 50?

Providing information on stocks that would otherwise not be available, fee-based research plays an important but complicated role in the market.

We list some options other than mutual funds for your retirement plan.

Don't leave it up to your accountant - owners are ultimately responsible for fulfilling tax obligations.

If you can't decide whether to build your rainy day fund or pay off debt, we weigh the options for you.

Retiring at 62 sounds nice, but it could affect the amount of social security you receive.

Learn more about the differences between a Roth IRA and traditional IRA.

If you're looking to start building your nest egg but don't know how to do it, read on. We give you a few easy tips on how to save.

Actively managed ETFs offer increased earnings, but are the cons worth the potential payoff?

Which states are tax-effective retirement locales? It depends on the source of your retirement income.

Before moving your retirement funds into another account, consider your options.

Discover how to start building a portfolio and how to manage it for the best results.

Make sure your 401(k) plan has the self-directed option to ensure that your retirement is as comfortable as possible.

Discover the advantages of a security that tracks bond index funds, but trades like a stock.

Government benefits can cost you big money! Know the income thresholds before you file.

As our population ages and healthcare costs increase, retirees need to ensure that their medical coverage is complete.

Learn how ETFs have become the most popular investment vehicle in less than 20 years.

Because of Europe's dependence on Middle East oil, an embargo is likely to not lead to any changes.

Retiring abroad sounds like a dream come true. We tell you what you need to know before that happens.

There are many IRA options available that vary depending on what you want to do with your retirement savings.

Here are some tips for retirement goals, general investing rules and what to focus on while saving.

Here are some costly mistakes that you should avoid with your individual retirement account.

We look at tax rates, market factors, Social Security and more to see why you should be adding extra to your 401(k).

These funds offer a very hands-off experience for the low-involvement investor.

Now is the perfect time to evaluate your 401(k) plan and see if there are any adjustments that could be made.

Sometimes words just aren't enough. Learn about ETFs with this easy-to-understand infographic.

Many of these tax-minimization strategies can be used by anyone. Find out how you can pay taxes like a millionaire.

What are some improvements you can make to your IRA account for 2012 to make it more profitable?

We look at how much you should contribute to your 401(k) and when. And also, how much you should have in your account during certain times in your life.

Since 2005, money in your IRA can be protected if you are forced to file for bankruptcy.

A look at the cost of living in 2012, and how U.S. consumers can adapt to them.

A 401(k) is the traditional retirement account for most Americans. However, there may be better options.

The whole point of a 401(k) is to allow you to save enough for retirement. Here are some reasons why withdrawing funds early is a bad idea.

We outline the many problems with the Social Security program and how the situation came to be so dire.

What's going to happen to Social Security by the time you retire? What can be done to help it?