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When and How to Coax Your Parent to Move Closer

MP Dunleavey — May 22, 2013, 2:47 pm

Experts offer advice about when and how to convince your elderly, faraway parent to move closer to you.

The Best Ways to Donate to Help Disaster Victims

Caroline Mayer — May 21, 2013, 4:20 pm

Here’s how to ensure your charity dollars are used effectively to aid victims of Oklahoma’s tornados and other disasters.

4 Paths to a More Fulfilling Retirement

Steve Vernon — May 20, 2013, 10:58 am

By following these steps from the bestseller "Decisive," you’ll make better retirement decisions and increase your chances of having a happy and fulfilling retirement.

How to Get Americans to Save 10% for Retirement

Stig Nybo — May 17, 2013, 9:40 am

Stig Nybo, author of "Transform Tomorrow," proposes a plan to get Americans to save 10 percent of their income for retirement.

The Key to Making Smart Money Decisions

May 16, 2013, 11:57 am

The LifeValues quiz can help you manage your money better by showing you what really matters most to you.

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Enrolling in Medicare

Diane J. Omdahl — May 15, 2013, 3:41 pm

Avoid these mistakes when enrolling in Medicare or you could wind up paying thousands more than necessary.

Women Retire Earlier Than Men, but Don't Have To

Kerry Hannon — May 14, 2013, 4:09 pm

A new study finds that women retire earlier than men, but here are eight ways they can keep working into their 60s and beyond.

When You Haven't Saved Enough for Retirement

Amelia Granger — May 13, 2013, 4:45 pm

If you haven’t saved enough for retirement, don’t panic, but don’t ignore the situation either. Instead, follow these six strategies.

Beware of 2 Travel Scams on Your Next Trip

Caroline Mayer — May 13, 2013, 10:52 am

Con artists are grabbing personal information through phone calls to your hotel room and public Wi-Fi spots, so here’s how to protect yourself from travel scams when you’re on a business trip or vacation.

Don't Believe Everything You Read on Food Labels

Maureen Callahan — May 3, 2013, 6:03 pm

Some seemingly healthy claims on food labels can mislead shoppers. Here's how to watch out for "leanwashing."

5 Expenses to Ditch in Retirement

Catey Hill — May 1, 2013, 3:27 pm

Get rid of these five expenses in retirement so you’ll have more savings and peace of mind.

How Boomer Home Sellers Can Hook Millennials

April 30, 2013, 2:40 pm

Boomers who want to sell their homes will need to make some changes to attract Millennial buyers.

Pay Down Debt or Save? The Spock vs. McCoy Debate

Chris Farrell — April 29, 2013, 8:09 am

Here’s how "Star Trek" fans nearing retirement can decide whether to increase savings or focus on paying off loans and credit cards.

What We Don't Know About Long-Term Care ... Is a Lot

April 25, 2013, 1:27 pm

New polling finds Americans in midlife woefully uninformed about the realities and cost of aging. We have the answers.

Watch Out for 'Senior Specialist' Financial Advisers

Caroline Mayer — April 25, 2013, 8:02 am

A government report finds huge variations in the training required for financial adviser designations. Here's how you and your parents can tell the difference between a qualified pro and a hustler.

3 Ways to Clean Out Your Garage

Geoff Williams — April 24, 2013, 1:35 pm

Whether to hire a pro to clean out your garage or do it yourself depends on how fast you want the job done and how much you’re willing to spend.

Employers Penalizing Spouses for Health Insurance

Kerry Hannon — April 23, 2013, 3:41 pm

Companies are increasingly slapping surcharges on some spouses who want to buy health insurance.

Money Decisions for Midlife Parents With Young Kids

Suzanne Olson — April 22, 2013, 6:30 pm

When you’re around 50 and your child is under 10, financial concerns come fast and furious.

Your Political Playbook for Social Security and Medicare

Bob Rosenblatt — April 22, 2013, 4:40 pm

Social Security and Medicare may get tweaked if the public demands ending the broad-based sequester and replacing it with serious, targeted deficit cuts.

The Retirement Gamble We're All Making

April 19, 2013, 5:15 pm

An important PBS "Frontline" program, "The Retirement Gamble," explains why so many Americans face precarious futures.

Working in Retirement: How to Be a Patient Advocate

Kerry Hannon — April 19, 2013, 9:53 am

Here are three tips to become a patient advocate in retirement, working part-time to help people navigate the medical and insurance systems.

Key Financial Steps to Take After a Loved One Dies

Miriam Goodman — April 18, 2013, 10:05 am

The author of the book "When Someone Dies" explains what to do if you suddenly need to be an executor.

A Money Makeover for the Financially Conservative

Erica Whittlinger — April 17, 2013, 1:29 pm

After reviewing a couple’s investments and debts, this financial adviser has a few suggestions that will help them save money and diversify their retirement portfolio.

Should You Buy Boomer Health Care Products?

Caroline Mayer — April 16, 2013, 2:38 pm

Don't let your guard down as more advertisers pitch health care products specifically to 50+ consumers.

IRS Audits: Your Odds and Best Strategies

April 15, 2013, 4:24 pm

Your 2012 tax return may be more likely to be audited by the IRS than you think, so here’s what to do if it happens to you.