Planning for retirement is a lifelong endeavor, and at times it can seem like a goal that will never arrive. But as your retirement date comes into view, it may instill a bit of uncertainty, as you ...

If retirement is on your radar in the next year or so, here’s a checklist of things to know and do before leaving work. If retirement is on your radar in the next year or so, here’s a checklist of ...

The broad-strokes timing of a basic retirement plan is fairly straightforward. You save up until the point at which, combined ...

Here at The Motley Fool, we frequently review how you can plan effectively for retirement or build yourself a more comfortable retirement. Such articles tend to focus on financial matters, though, ...

Many Americans dream of retiring early — and with the right planning, they can make it a reality. While retiring before the traditional age of 65 isn’t easy, it’s certainly possible with a disciplined ...

Retirement planning can inspire a lot of contrasting emotions. There’s the excitement of making travel plans, sleeping in on Mondays and saying goodbye to the boss. And there’s also the fear of ...

Retirement should be like a second childhood ... without parental supervision. I believe that's doable for most people, but it takes planning. Luckily, you can begin right now by taking the following ...

While you might equate open enrollment with health insurance, it’s also a good time to tinker with other employee benefits such as those affecting your retirement. Every year, typically in the fall, ...

For anyone getting close to joining the ranks of retirees, there are some key aspects of your impending new status you need to review. Roughly 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every day, the age most often ...

A previous version of this article appeared on April 9, 2020. If you’re many years from retirement, coping during a down market is primarily a mental exercise; the key objectives are not to sell into ...

Retirement planning can be equal parts stressful and exciting. You finally get to sleep in on Mondays, enjoy your hobbies, travel and spend more time with family. But creating a retirement plan is ...