Saving for Retirement

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By sbouie 0 comments
For many, retirement is a dramatic life transition etched in total freedom, where the individual is able to travel, relax, read, garden, eat out and just enjoy the simple things in life. However for some, retirement does not come easy. Many ... more »
By Matt C 1 comments
So you're getting a stimulus package check for $300 to $1,200, but instead of blowing it on useless possessions, let the government pay for your retirement! Here's how... more »
By stlscientist 1 comments
An IRA or Individual Retirement Account is a great retirement vehicle even if you have a 401k or pension plan from your employer. An IRA can add tax benefits at filing time. The problem for most people is that banks and investment groups usually ... more »
By marchyde078 0 comments
To ensure a safe retirement people need to assume a more conservative posture towards the future. There is a need to pick your investments so that you can achieve an average return rate that is financially comfortable considering your expectation ... more »
By WriterGig 1 comments
A faltering economy, inflating dollar and lagging stock market have many turning to gold as a safe haven for their money during hard times. But because of gold's recent surge, it's out of reach for many -- and some think it is overvalued at ... more »
By CCrock 8 comments
The best way to get rich is to get rich slow! With many companies offering 401(k) plans and easy to use investments websites, saving for retirement is a lot easier than you thought! Work for your money and then let your money work for you... more »
By Valerie Brooks 0 comments
When it comes to discounts, senior status can arrive as soon as you blow out that 50th candle. Money-saving gets more abundant with age for many areas of your life... more »
By stlscientist 2 comments
The Rule of 72 shows the dramatic effect of time and compounding. It approximately how it will take your money to double... more »
By WriterGig 2 comments
The year 2008 is a great time to buy silver. Many experts think silver is currently undervalued. If you want to know how to buy silver, you're probably curious as to why many are turning to precious metals, silver particularly. Evaluating ... more »
By Dr. Shelby Smith 2 comments
Longevity risk is the greatest fear of most retirees. You can now buy insurance to protect you from longevity risk: the risk of outliving you money. Just like you insure your home, car, health, etc. from the expenses of loss, insurance companies ... more »
By Amara 0 comments
I'LL SHOW A GREAT PLACE TO FIND INVESTMENTS ONLINE.. more »
By 7million7years 5 comments
There is a way to get rich slowly ... but, there is no safe way to get rich quickly. Finally, there IS A PROVEN WAY to get rich QUICKER. How? Simple ... just follow the steps in this article and time will take care of the rest!.. more »
By ChristiB 0 comments
You have decided that you wish to invest in a Roth IRA and reap its benefits in retirement. You want to invest in a mutual fund, for a higher rate of return than a certificate of deposit or savings bond, with less risk than individual stocks... more »
By The Improper NYC 0 comments
While retirement may be a long way off, it never hurts to debrief yourself about the best way to approach this life stage before you're thrust in the situation. Check out these tips to help you make the most of your retirement distributions... more »
By Edward Mellett 0 comments
Financial decisions don’t stop when you hit your 60’s. Having wisely invested your money throughout your career, you now have several choices to make at retirement age, if you want to make the most of your money... more »
By Al Jacobs 1 comments
Systematic acquisition and holding of corporate bonds can be a profitable method of long-term investment when done properly... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 2 comments
Before crunching any numbers, remember that the quality of your retirement will depend in some ways more on your preparation than on the amount of cash or assets you have. Also, remember that retirement years don’t have to be periods during which ... more »
By WriterGig 5 comments
Tired of get-rich-quick schemes that never work? Sick of hearing hype about how you can earn millions while you sleep? Tempted to play the lottery? Let's get real. For the vast majority of America's millionaires, it did not happen overnight. The ... more »
By Robert Drury 0 comments
Suze Orman is an Idiot! Okay; no she’s not, and neither are many, if any, of the myriad of financial gurus you see on TV or in print in the national media. However, they all have one thing in common: They are ALL WRONG! Why are they wrong? ... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 1 comments
By 2040, average life expectancy among those who reach age 65 is projected to rise from age 81 to 85 for men and from age 84 to 88 for women, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. While that's good news, it also means that ... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 3 comments
New tax laws have enhanced your ability to create a financially comfortable retirement through tax-deferred saving and investing. Make your IRA part of a comprehensive financial plan... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 1 comments
In a universe where sure things are almost unheard of, a retirement plans is as close to a financial slam dunk as you will likely get. The benefits are manifold and include generous contribution limits and tax advantages... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
There are many companies offered different types of Life Insurance. You can buy it for yourself or for someone else. Some companies gives you easy application to get life insurance without any medical questions or employment verifications. But ... more »
By Lisette S 4 comments
Everyone wants to save money because whether we like it or not, we need it to buy the essentials or we wouldn’t be able to survive. So how can you save money if you only have a low income job or part time job and everything seems so expensive? ... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
Save water while taking shower. Do not let the water keeps running while you are shampooing your hair. Turn the only when it is ready to use. While putting scrubbing your body turn off the shower first and then turn it back when you are ready to ... more »