Your 401(k) Could Be Changing—Here’s What Trump’s Order Means
Would you ever imagine holding cryptocurrency, private equity, or real estate inside your 401(k)? For decades, those kinds of investments were off-limits to the average retirement saver. But now, that possibility may be closer than you think.
The 5 Biggest Retirement Mistakes You Can Still Avoid
Retirement is often thought of as the finish line—but in reality, it’s the beginning of a whole new chapter. After years of saving and investing, the decisions you make in retirement can have just as much impact on your financial security as the choices you made to get there.
And unfortunately, some of the most costly retirement mistakes happen after the paychecks stop.
Whether you’re a few years away from retirement or already living it, here are five common pitfalls to watch out for—and more importantly, how you can avoid them.
Navigating Retirement While Supporting Aging Parents
When envisioning our retirement lifestyle, our focus naturally gravitates towards indulging in the activities we cherish: leisure pursuits, travel, quality time with friends, volunteering, and gardening. Rarely does the responsibility of caring for a parent enter into this equation. Yet, for my wife and me, this aspect of life has become a significant part of our reality.