Retirement

Making Your Money Last

Maximizing a Survivor Benefit

People eligible for a survivor benefit may be better off claiming that first and switching to their own benefit later.

Estate Planning

FAQs on the Death
of the Estate Tax

Expect the federal estate tax to be resurrected retroactively.

Making Your Money Last

Smart Strategies for Retirees Seeking Work

Dwindling savings are forcing some older individuals to reenter the workforce.

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Retire When You Want

Janet Bodnar and Mary Beth Franklin outline the five-step plan that will put you on the road to successful retirement planning.

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Kiplinger's Retirement Report

Selected Articles From Retirement Report

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Tips for Trimming Your Tax Bill

In the February cover story, Retirement Report details the breaks that can trim your tax tab.

Saving for Retirement

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Build Your Own Retirement Plan

This reader's employer doesn't offer a retirement-savings plan. But there are ways he can mimic the tax advantages of a 401(k) on his own.

Spending in Retirement

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The ABCs of Reverse Mortgages

There's a lot you need to know before taking out one of these loans. Start your research with our primer.

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Pay Less for Medicare Part B

Kimberly Lankford

You might be able to lower your premiums if your income has dropped because of a "life-changing event."

Tools & Calculators

Medicare Part D
Doughnut Hole Calculator

This calculator can help you find savings on your prescription-drug costs.

Will My Savings Meet My Retirement-Income Needs?

Use our calculator to see if your nest egg will provide you enough income in retirement.

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