Understanding how gold IRAs work can help you determine whether they make sense for your golden years.

It’s tough to retire a tad earlier than the traditional age, even though you may know at heart that you’ve probably got far ...

Older investors have to weigh returns against risk management as they approach and enter retirement.

Investing in your 50s? Learn if bonds are right for you, portfolio tips for near-retirees, and when to review your allocation ...

The tweak to the legendary “4% Rule” is slightly above last year, thanks to improved capital markets assumptions.

Traditionally, investors have been encouraged to move toward bonds as they approach retirement. While stocks have the potential to benefit from capital appreciation and dividends, they can also be ...

As retirement draws closer, many investors over the age of 50 are taking a harder look at how exposed their savings are right now. After all, a number of hurdles, from persistent inflation to market ...

Financial advisors may be unduly influenced by fees when recommending higher stock allocations to retirement-age clients. Still, their recommendations ultimately reflect a more optimal investment ...

Question: I've always had a traditional retirement portfolio that I split between stocks and bonds. But as market volatility continues to be a concern, I notice alternative investments such as gold, ...

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