Retirement Weekly: News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement

From MarketWatch:

Seniors say this one thing — by far — is the definition of a life well-lived: It has less to do with money than you may think. 

Retirement account balances hit record levels amid uncertainty: The pandemic may have changed some Americans’ plans, but people are continuing to save for the future. 

This simple strategy can help you make some important decisions about retirement: And it may be fun for you to try too! 

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How to start saving for retirement in 2 simple steps 

What will inflation do to your 401(k)? 

This 98-year-old has 4 tips for a satisfying retirement 

How much should you withdraw from your 401(k)?

How I’m teaching my grandsons to be entrepreneurs

‘Worst-case scenario’ warning for retirees and the 4% rule 

More in retirement news:

In reversal, retirements increased during the pandemic (The New York Times) 

Millennials are not prepared for this question in retirement (Forbes)

Why retirement may be more complicated for people of color (Fortune)

Retirement savings may not go as far as you think (Bloomberg)

How much do veterans make from military retirement? (Yahoo! Finance)

What China’s aging population means for retirement and health providers (Barron’s)

8 ½ birthdays that can affect your retirement (Tampa Bay Times)

Research and Insight:

Retirees will need $300,000 to cover this one expense, a study shows (Star-Herald)

Researchers find link between exercise and sense of purpose in life (KFOR)  

Here’s the average net worth of Americans age 65 to 74 (CNBC)

Tapping home equity — retirees’ relief valve (Center for Retirement Research at Boston College) 

To share with your family, friends and clients:

Is it time to ditch target-date funds in your 401(k)?

Verizon retirees take aim at CEO Vestberg’s $40 million ‘golden parachute’ 

We’re in our 60s and have millions of dollars for retirement — should we rent or buy our next home? 

Where’s the best place for you to retire? Pick what matters most to you — and you may be surprised 

Post-pandemic socializing: Why you might need to re-learn small talk 

Biden’s plan to fully tax capital gains is good policy 

I’m retired and want to travel, but am worried about my health 

It’s not just teenagers — millions of workers over 55 earn minimum wage 

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May 15, 2021 at 06:00AM
Alessandra Malito
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