Expert advice on Social Security, retirement readiness, and answering your biggest retirement questions
Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming. How much money do you really need? When should you take Social Security? Should you sell your house or stay put? We created this blog to answer these critical questions with clear, practical advice backed by data and real-world examples.
Our goal is simple: help you make informed retirement decisions with confidence. Each article combines expert retirement planning strategies with actionable steps you can take today. Whether you're in your 50s just starting to plan seriously, or within a few years of retirement and fine-tuning your strategy, you'll find guides tailored to your stage of life.
All our articles integrate with our free retirement calculator, so you can immediately test strategies and see how they impact your personal retirement timeline. Knowledge is power, but knowledge plus modeling equals confidence.
We're creating in-depth guides to answer your biggest retirement questions. Check back soon for expert advice on Social Security, retirement readiness, and financial planning.
Complete guide comparing early vs delayed Social Security claiming. See how timing affects your overall retirement plan with real examples and calculator scenarios.
Learn how to calculate if you have enough money to retire. Includes free calculator, retirement readiness checklist, and real scenarios from people in their 50s and 60s.
Essential retirement planning questions for people in their 50s. What to ask yourself 10-15 years before retirement to ensure you're on track.
Downsizing in retirement pros and cons. Model different home sale timings and see how proceeds impact your retirement plan.
Real scenarios showing how long $1M lasts based on spending levels, Social Security benefits, and withdrawal strategies. Plus calculator to test YOUR numbers.
Maximize Social Security benefits as a couple. Spousal benefits, survivor benefits, and coordinated claiming strategies explained.
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