Managing your finances in retirement can be surprisingly tricky. After all, in 2021, the average income for individuals 65 and older was $55,335 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ...

Retirement is the perfect time to simplify your life — and that includes your insurance. But knowing which policies to keep, drop or tweak isn’t always obvious. Some coverage becomes less necessary ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am the President of Diversified, a CFP and author. Without the right protection in place, even the most well-crafted retirement ...

A home warranty and home insurance both provide peace of mind, but they offer different types of coverage. Find out how they differ and if you need both.

Retirement insurance costs are rising. Learn how to budget for Medicare, long-term care and homeowners insurance to preserve ...

Both Roth IRAs and life insurance policies can provide access to tax-free income in retirement. Roth IRAs have income limits, and gains generally can’t be accessed without penalty before age 59½. The ...

Question: Sorting out long-term care is a top concern as I approach retirement. However, I'm not sure how to best manage the expense. Is long-term care insurance worth it? Answer: The affordability of ...

Although 98% of seniors 65 and over have health insurance, close to four million have unpaid medical bills, according to 2023 data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. That's because most ...