Women in Retirement in 2026: The Numbers Are Worse Than You Think
The numbers tell a sobering story: women entering retirement in 2026 are facing a financial crisis that's far worse than most realize.
Month June 2026
$14,800 Per Year Is What Federal Employees Lose by Not Maximizing TSP Match and Catch-Up Combined
The claim that federal employees lose $14,800 per year by not maximizing their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) match and catch-up contributions cannot be...
RMD Penalty Crisis Explained in One Statistic That Will Shock You
One statistic reveals the magnitude of the RMD penalty crisis in America: approximately 585,000 IRA holders fail to take their required minimum...
Warning: Predatory Reverse Mortgage Brokers Often Target Homeowners With Less Than $200,000 in Equity
Predatory reverse mortgage brokers have increasingly turned their attention to homeowners with less than $200,000 in equity, exploiting a segment of the...
New Study Found That Retirees Who Consolidate Accounts Reduce Annual Fees by an Average of 0.8%
Account consolidation can significantly reduce the fees retirees pay annually, though the actual savings depend heavily on each person's specific account...
She Found Out Her Late Husband Had a $94,000 Pension She Never Knew Existed
A widow's discovery at age 71 revealed one of the most costly mistakes in pension planning: her husband had elected a single-life annuity when they...
Fact Check: Can You Contribute to an HSA After Age 65? The IRS Rules Are Stricter Than You Think
No, you cannot contribute to an HSA after age 65 in most circumstances. The Internal Revenue Service enforces a strict rule: the moment you turn 65, you...
At Least 29% of Early 401(k) Withdrawals Are Made Without Understanding the Full Tax Consequence
A striking reality underlies one of Americans' most costly retirement decisions: at least 29% of people taking early withdrawals from 401(k) accounts are...
$7,600 Per Year Is the Average Additional Cost of Dementia Care Compared to Standard Nursing Home Rates
Memory care for dementia-affected loved ones costs significantly more than standard nursing home care, with families facing an average of roughly $7,600...
Reverse Mortgage Volume Has Dropped 31% as Retirees Learn the True Long-Term Costs
Reverse mortgage volume has experienced a dramatic downturn, with fiscal year endorsements plummeting from 28,172 in FY 2025 to just 14,410 in FY 2026—a...