Retiring at 55 can feel like crossing a finish line, but your 401(k) does not instantly align with your new lifestyle. Early retirement opens up a set of rules, tax surprises, and strategic options ...

A $150,000 retirement savings balance isn’t huge for someone who’s 55. Before you panic, see how much you can reasonably save during the tail end of your career. Talk to a financial advisor about ways ...

Social Security provides an important source of funds to the vast majority of retirees. Not properly planning for how to maximize benefits could be a huge mistake you'll regret. Around half of all ...