5 Must-Know Facts About Reverse Mortgages by Dan Caplinger Jun 6th 2013 5:00AM Lenders are pushing reverse mortgages as a simple way for retirees to tap their home equity -- but they're not that simple. Here's what anyone considering one needs to know.
Derailed! Why Your Finances Have Fallen and Can't Get Up by Dan Caplinger May 16th 2013 5:00AM Even though the stock market has recovered from the 2008 crash, many Americans still report big losses in their retirement savings, and these 'derailers' are to blame.
Understanding Medicare: The Basics from Part A to Part D by Dan Caplinger May 14th 2013 5:00AM For millions of Americans, Medicare is a major key to a secure retirement, but over the years, it's gotten increasingly complex. Here's the simple version of how it all works.
Want a Happy Retirement? Don't Guess About What You'll Need by Chuck Saletta May 10th 2013 1:48PM New research has confirmed something you probably already would have guessed: Retirement planning isn't something you can successfully leave to guesswork.
Best States for Retirement Aren't the Ones You Might Think by CNNMoney May 7th 2013 5:00AM Despite its popularity with retirees, Florida may not be the best place to spend your golden years. These 10 states offer better balances of affordability and quality of life.
Poll: Aging Americans in Denial About Need for Long-Term Care by The Associated Press Apr 24th 2013 6:55AM Americans underestimate their chances of needing long-term care as they get older -- and are taking few steps to get ready, a new poll shows.
How 'Chained CPI' Will Hit Your Pocketbook by Chuck Saletta Apr 10th 2013 5:00AM Obama's new budget proposal includes changing some key inflation calculations to "chained CPI" -- a controversial shift because of the effect it may have on personal finances.
The 10 Best U.S. Cities for Retirees by Business Insider Apr 4th 2013 12:25PM Sunny. Walkable. And a low cost of living. These are the places where retirees can kick back and relax but still engage in a bustling city culture when they want it.
Why Long-Term-Care Insurance Premiums Are Soaring by Dan Caplinger Apr 4th 2013 5:00AM Most U.S. seniors will need long-term medical care, and millions bought long-term-care insurance to pay for it. Now, massive rate hikes may price them out of their policies.
U.S.: 19th Best Place for Retirees by Business Insider Apr 1st 2013 5:00AM For retirees hoping to live long and prosper in their golden years, the U.S. is only the 19th best place to be, according to a new index.
Wealthy Workers Are Seriously Underestimating Their Retirement Needs by Business Insider Mar 28th 2013 9:00AM More than 80 percent of workers earning $115,000 say they are prepared for retirement -- but they think they'll only need $66,000 per year to live on.
