A study reveals adults between the ages of 30 and 39 are the most pessimistic age group.

Many aim for $1 million in retirement, but new data suggests $1.26 million is the target. Here's how to calculate your own goal.

It's no secret that you need a lot of money to retire comfortably. For many, retirement expenses can exceed $1 million. With ...

A new report reveals a troubling picture of how unprepared many Americans are for retirement.

There's no right amount to save for retirement, but most Americans now think they need more than ever, given the high cost of ...

There are more ways than ever to use your retirement account as an ATM. But those transactions come at a cost.

It’s a good problem to have: too much money saved for retirement and additional funds to leave to your heirs. Will you be one of the many who never spend it all?

The hardest part of a retirement isn’t generating income, it’s generating the kind of income that can keep up with the rising ...

As Americans near retirement age, Fed data highlight wide gaps in who has savings and how much they’ve accumulated.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Vernon, FSA, helps retirees make their money last for life. If you’re looking for the essential easy-to-understand basics of ...

Retirement is a time of freedom for most people since you no longer have to spend your hours working and earning a living. But while you're free to indulge your hobbies and decide what to do with your ...

Market swings can quietly reshape your nest egg, but there are ways to protect your retirement plan from losses.