retirement

Inheritance

I'm 58 and just inherited $200K. Should I put it toward retirement or pay off my mortgage?

Not sure whether to invest your $200K inheritance or pay off your mortgage? This guide breaks down the pros, cons, and key questions to help you make the smartest move for your retirement and financial peace of mind.
December 12, 2025 Allison Robertson

My dad retired, then started three side hustles. Is that retirement, or denial?

Discover why some retirees dive into multiple side hustles and how to support a parent who can’t stop working after retirement. This engaging guide explores identity, purpose, balance, and healthy boundaries—helping you understand whether your dad’s new ventures are reinvention, denial, or simply modern retirement.
December 18, 2025 Jack Hawkins

I am in my 50s and haven’t paid any attention to my retirement account. I am terrified to check my balance. How do I fix decades of avoidance?

If you’ve been avoiding your retirement account for years, you’re not alone. Here’s how to start saving fast, build momentum, and make the most of the time you have left.
October 13, 2025 Allison Robertson
a retiree

The 4% Rule Just Got A Major Upgrade And Your Retirement Will Thank You

Retirement planning has undergone a serious upgrade recently. That famous 4% withdrawal rule everyone swears by? It's officially outdated. The new safe number is 4.7%, and it changes everything.
September 18, 2025 Peter Kinney
An elder man

Perfect High Reward, Low Risk Investments For Retirement

Consistent growth and peace of mind rarely go hand in hand in investing. Yet some options manage to strike that perfect balance. Today’s financial environment offers lesser-known options capable of delivering impressive gains without keeping investors up at night.
August 21, 2025 Peter Kinney

Retirement Planning: How Long $1 Million Will Last You In Every State

To the millions of Americans who've saved nothing for retirement it sounds like a fortune. But to those who have managed to put one million dollars aside for their golden years—how many of those years will actually be golden depends on what state they happen to live in.
July 16, 2025 Jesse Singer