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How to set up a trust fund
Trust funds just aren’t for the rich. Many people can benefit from setting one up. Here’s how to get started.
5 min read Jul 29, 2022 -
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 Jul 18, 2022 -
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP): What it is and how it works
ESOPs are a defined contribution plan with benefits for both the employer and employee.
5 min read Jul 15, 2022 -
Top scams that target seniors and how to avoid them
Fraudsters prey on the elderly. Watch out for these swindles to avoid becoming victimized.
8 min read Jun 20, 2022 -
Do you need a pour-over will in your estate plan?
This specific type of will is generally created in conjunction with a trust. Here’s what to know.
2 min read Apr 20, 2022 -
5 ways to keep inflation from wrecking your retirement
Worried high inflation could impact your retirement? Here’s what to do to help limit the risks.
5 min read Apr 01, 2022 -
What is a nest egg and how do you build a big one?
Because your nest egg is money that you’re saving for a special purpose, you want to carefully protect it.
4 min read Mar 08, 2022 -
Survey: More than half of American workers say they’re behind on retirement savings
A full 52 percent of American workers say their retirement savings are not where they need to be.
6 min read Nov 17, 2021 -
Social Security payments set to jump 5.9% in 2022 following biggest COLA increase in nearly 40 years
Here’s how much the average Social Security recipient will receive.
2 min read Oct 13, 2021 -
Why Georgia is Bankrate’s best state for retirement in 2021
Florida and Arizona rank high in Bankrate’s list of top places to retire, but they’re not No. 1.
2 min read Jul 07, 2021