Max or not to max?
You may wonder if it makes sense to max-out your contribution to a 401k or other employer-sponsored program. When matching dollars are...
Again with the Roth IRA?
YES! I keep reiterating that you need to know why this is important - Roth IRAs will usually beat a traditional IRA. Here's what to know:...
Planning to retire soon?
I know plenty of people who have an idea of when they plan to retire. They usually base it on age and not resources. They think they'll...
The best age for taking Social Security
I get this question a lot: should I take my Social Security benefits at my full retirement age (somewhere between 66 and 67 for most),...
Lost your smartphone?
No? Good! Before you do, please read this so that you won't panic if and when such an event occurs: help