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Delaware is the best state for retirees this year, followed by West Virginia, Georgia, South Carolina and Missouri.

If it involves finances, there’s a way to plan for it and optimize the outcome.

Despite progress in recent years, there’s still a gender gap in retirement planning.

Year-over-year, more Americans feel it’s unlikely they can meet their retirement goals.

Affordability, well-being and weather were key to Delaware taking the top spot.

Individual retirement annuities can provide regular income to retirees.

Here’s the average age Americans filed for Social Security and the average benefit.

The key issue for managing your money in retirement is ensuring you won’t outlive your savings.

The oldest Gen Xers will soon be old enough to retire. But have they saved enough?

How Americans save for retirement and tips on meeting your retirement goals.

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