Social Security
April, 27 2012 Hot Topics: Social Security Roulette
New report suggests Social Security will run out of money sooner than expected, plus the latest news around the boomersphere this week.More in Social Security
April, 16 2012 How to Hedge 7 Retirement Risks
Try these strategies to cope with common financial planning challenges.
March, 21 2012 Why Older Americans Have Clout Beyond Their Numbers
Simple reason: They vote. Here's a rundown on how various age groups turn out at the polls.
February, 16 2012 Poll: More Americans Postpone Retirement
The age workers expect to retire has increased from an average of 60 in 1995 to 66 in 2011.
February, 16 2012 How to Prepare For Tax Time
Here's how to handle retirement accounts and other deductions if you've already stopped working.
February, 2 2012 State of Social Insecurity
If you're 35 to 55, one of the three legs of your three-legged retirement stool is mighty shaky. Here's why.
January, 25 2012 5 Social Security Changes
How much workers will pay into Social Security in 2012 remains uncertain
January, 18 2012 What Delayed Retirement Means For Your Benefits
To maximize Social Security benefits, know the rules on delayed filing and spouse benefits.
December, 29 2011 Economy, Politics Poke Holes in Safety Net
Tallying up the recession's toll on retirement security
December, 13 2011 Tips for Boomers Reaching Retirement Age
Many of the rules for claiming Social Security change when you turn 66.
December, 8 2011 High-Stakes Battles Target Social Security, Medicare
New book looks at AARP's role in inter-generational warfare as budget resources shrink.
December, 6 2011 11 Retirement Benefit Changes Coming in 2012
Expect more 401(k) fee disclosures and bigger Social Security checks.
November, 23 2011 What's Next for Social Security, Medicare?
The government's supercommittee stalemate leaves programs untouched -- for now.
November, 17 2011 Why Raising the Retirement Age Won't Shrink the Deficit
Budget cutters consider raising Social Security age limits, but many people already are working longer.October, 21 2011