In 2017, I wrote a column about factors that contribute to an accurate retirement estimate that I think is worth repeating this week. I have been learning about employees who have had to retire with ...

Retiring from federal service is a major life milestone—but let's be honest, the process isn't exactly crystal clear. With more federal employees choosing early retirement through programs like VERA ...

If you’re married, you can get a Social Security retirement benefit based on your spouse’s work record. This applies if your own calculated benefit is relatively low, or you don’t qualify for Social ...

Both Roth IRAs and life insurance policies can provide access to tax-free income in retirement. Roth IRAs have income limits, and gains generally can’t be accessed without penalty before age 59½. The ...