Retirement Planning

Proponents of raising retirement age argue that it would help address the Social Security deficit. Opponents say there are better ways to fix the program. Most Americans, polls show, are against raising the retirement age.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living has released a report outlining a framework aimed at enhancing quality of life for older Americans.

As April marks Financial Literacy Month, it is an excellent time to start improving your financial literacy. Gaining financial savvy can help you handle the challenges and complexities of aging.

You may not foresee ever needing assistance with your day-to-day life. However, research shows that seven in 10 adults aged 65 and older will require long-term care at some point in their later years.

Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal matters that affect older individuals. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for seniors and execute legal plans to assist them in living better lives.

Research by the American College of Financial Services sheds light on the need for improvements in retirement financial literacy. The overall retirement income literacy score was just 31 percent -- a failing grade. ...

If you are a homeowner who is falling behind on your real estate taxes, you may end up facing foreclosure on your property. Because your property taxes hinge on the value of your property, you may find your taxes rising...

Social Security wasn't meant to be a primary source of income for retirees when it was first created in 1935. It sought to provide an umbrella of protection for people who couldn't save enough for retirement. ...

Nearly half of American households will fall short of their retirement goals, new research finds.