I am highly alarmed by the proposed changes to retirement accounts. How do I keep my retirement out of harm’s way? Historically, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 holds plan ...

Scott Kupor, the new director of the Office of Personnel Management, publishes weekly updates on OPM and the federal workforce in his blog, Secrets of OPM. In September, Kupor reported that he went ...

A real estate investment trust (REIT) is a company that makes money by owning real estate. I'm a fan of REITs because they offer more than one opportunity to make money. For me, they're also a nice ...

Imagine retiring with $90,000 less in your nest egg—not because of a bad investment, but because you forgot about old 401(k) accounts from past jobs. In today’s job market, where career transitions ...

Don't wait for the future to pursue your dreams, this author says Mini-retirements allow individuals to enjoy travel, hobbies and time with family without waiting until their 60s and beyond. Jillian ...

It's important to understand how you plan to spend the money you've worked hard to save. Two expenses are easy to overlook while planning for retirement: healthcare and taxes. Flexibility is key. No ...

Having the right mix of investments within your portfolio is key to enjoying a comfortable retirement. In some cases, it's possible to play it too safe with your retirement fund. The right balance can ...