70 and job hunting: A boomer moved to Wyoming and still can't afford to live on her $2,000 in monthly Social SecurityMany older Americans rely solely on Social Security, leading to financial struggles and the need for employment.
Want to Boost Your Social Security Benefits by 24%? Here's the TrickA larger Social Security benefit can compensate for low retirement savings.
When 'unretiring' isn't worth it: some low-income retirees say higher paychecks would cut their benefitsOlder Americans risk losing benefits when increasing income through work.Navigating financial safety nets like Medicaid presents challenges for retirees.
Older Americans are falling through the cracks of the programs designed to save themMany older Americans regret not saving more and depending on insufficient government assistance programs.
With dwindling retirement savings, older Americans are back on the job marketMany older Americans regret not saving enough for retirement, leading to financial struggles and returning to work after retiring.
70 and job hunting: A boomer moved to Wyoming and still can't afford to live on her $2,000 in monthly Social SecurityMany older Americans rely solely on Social Security, leading to financial struggles and the need for employment.
Want to Boost Your Social Security Benefits by 24%? Here's the TrickA larger Social Security benefit can compensate for low retirement savings.
When 'unretiring' isn't worth it: some low-income retirees say higher paychecks would cut their benefitsOlder Americans risk losing benefits when increasing income through work.Navigating financial safety nets like Medicaid presents challenges for retirees.
Older Americans are falling through the cracks of the programs designed to save themMany older Americans regret not saving more and depending on insufficient government assistance programs.
With dwindling retirement savings, older Americans are back on the job marketMany older Americans regret not saving enough for retirement, leading to financial struggles and returning to work after retiring.
CFPB nominee McKernan says he'll protect older Americans from financial abuseMcKernan prioritizes protecting older Americans' financial interests and aims to maintain the CFPB's office dedicated to this purpose.
Meet the millionaires with no plans to retire, even into their 80s: 'I wanted to keep my mind alive'Older Americans are choosing to continue working into retirement despite being financially secure.Social engagement and mental stimulation are significant factors for older individuals opting to remain in the workforce.
The millionaire boomer next door: How 4 older Americans retired comfortably - and why some wish they worked lessWealthy retirees often maintain frugal habits, reflecting a balance between saving and enjoying life.
1,200 baby boomers told us what they regret about investing for retirementMany older Americans regret not being better prepared for retirement and emergencies.
A boomer retired early and moved to a California beach house. She regretted it, returned to work, and sold the house.Misty Miller's regret over early retirement underscores the financial and emotional challenges many face, prompting her to return to work after a brief period.
Meet the millionaires with no plans to retire, even into their 80s: 'I wanted to keep my mind alive'Older Americans are choosing to continue working into retirement despite being financially secure.Social engagement and mental stimulation are significant factors for older individuals opting to remain in the workforce.
The millionaire boomer next door: How 4 older Americans retired comfortably - and why some wish they worked lessWealthy retirees often maintain frugal habits, reflecting a balance between saving and enjoying life.
1,200 baby boomers told us what they regret about investing for retirementMany older Americans regret not being better prepared for retirement and emergencies.
A boomer retired early and moved to a California beach house. She regretted it, returned to work, and sold the house.Misty Miller's regret over early retirement underscores the financial and emotional challenges many face, prompting her to return to work after a brief period.
Leaving a job to become an unpaid caregiver can be difficult. Trying to get your job or salary back could be even harder.Older Americans face career setbacks due to caregiving responsibilities for aging parents, affecting their finances and job prospects.
Meet 2 older Americans who turned to living in their vehicles in their retirement amid a housing affordability crisisOlder Americans are increasingly adopting van life to cope with high housing costs and limited incomes.
HUD examines housing affordability pain points for seniorsThe housing needs of older Americans are severely impacted by rising costs, with many struggling to afford long-term care services.
Meet 2 older Americans who turned to living in their vehicles in their retirement amid a housing affordability crisisOlder Americans are increasingly adopting van life to cope with high housing costs and limited incomes.
HUD examines housing affordability pain points for seniorsThe housing needs of older Americans are severely impacted by rising costs, with many struggling to afford long-term care services.
Some Americans have few regrets about their retirement planning. Here's how they did it.Older Americans with few retirement regrets focus on living below means, achieving work success, and enjoying affordable vacations.
Skipping college, switching jobs, and navigating office politics: What older Americans regret about their careersMany older Americans regret career decisions impacting their retirement, including education and workplace dynamics.
A medical crisis derailed their retirement plans. Here's what they wish they'd done differently.Unexpected medical crises significantly impact retirement plans for older Americans, often leading to financial insecurity and regret for not better preparing.Many older Americans express regret over not prioritizing their health and financial planning during their working years.
Some Americans have few regrets about their retirement planning. Here's how they did it.Older Americans with few retirement regrets focus on living below means, achieving work success, and enjoying affordable vacations.
Skipping college, switching jobs, and navigating office politics: What older Americans regret about their careersMany older Americans regret career decisions impacting their retirement, including education and workplace dynamics.
A medical crisis derailed their retirement plans. Here's what they wish they'd done differently.Unexpected medical crises significantly impact retirement plans for older Americans, often leading to financial insecurity and regret for not better preparing.Many older Americans express regret over not prioritizing their health and financial planning during their working years.
Older Americans share their biggest financial regrets from their parenting yearsMany older Americans regret financial decisions made during parenthood, wishing they had prioritized career stability before having children.
Wills, life insurance, and retirement savings: What older widows wish they knewOlder Americans often face significant financial regrets after losing spouses, especially regarding estate planning like wills and life insurance.
Older Americans share their biggest financial regrets from their parenting yearsMany older Americans regret financial decisions made during parenthood, wishing they had prioritized career stability before having children.
Wills, life insurance, and retirement savings: What older widows wish they knewOlder Americans often face significant financial regrets after losing spouses, especially regarding estate planning like wills and life insurance.
AARP has a new CEO: physician and public health advocate Myechia Minter-JordanDr. Myechia Minter-Jordan's CEO appointment signals AARP's renewed commitment to support Americans 50 and older in health and advocacy.
Older Workers to Get Super' 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions in 2025Workers aged 60-63 can contribute more to retirement plans, reaffirming the need for enhanced savings options as they near retirement.
HUD counseling head says partnership with reverse mortgage industry ensures seniors' safetyHUD emphasizes public-private partnership to support housing for older Americans.Modernization efforts aim to enhance accessibility of counseling services for seniors.
Some baby boomers are burning through their retirement savings to pay for cancer treatments. Then they have to go back to work.Older Americans are depleting life savings for healthcare, impacting their ability to retire.The retirement crisis exacerbates financial strain due to rising healthcare costs.