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Retirement annuities: Pros and cons of annuity investing
An annuity can provide lifetime income. But they come with several advantages and disadvantages to know about.
5 min read Sep 19, 2024 -
What are annuities and how do they work?
Bankrate explores what annuities are, how they work and who they can benefit.
7 min read Sep 18, 2024 -
7 bad habits that could be sinking your retirement goals
Avoid these 7 bad habits when saving for retirement.
3 min read Sep 16, 2024 -
Catch-up contributions: What they are and how they work
Catch-up contributions can help savers who want to put even more money toward retirement.
3 min read Sep 16, 2024 -
How do Social Security survivors benefits work?
Find out how your partner’s retirement benefits could change if she or he outlives you.
3 min read Sep 13, 2024 -
8 best Roth IRA investments
When it comes to your retirement, focus on investments with a strong likelihood to grow a lot over the long term.
7 min read Sep 12, 2024 -
SIMPLE 401(k): A guide to get started
Work at a small business? You may be able to boost your retirement savings with a SIMPLE 401(k).
5 min read Sep 12, 2024 -
5 biggest financial risks in retirement
Retirement is a time of great joy for many people, but it can also be full of uncertainty.
3 min read Sep 16, 2024 -
How annuities are impacted by interest rate cuts
Interest rates are important to consider when purchasing an annuity.
6 min read Sep 11, 2024 -
Social Security benefits estimated to rise by 2.5% in 2025
What you need to know about the estimated increase expected for Social Security benefits.
2 min read Sep 11, 2024