Social Security

Mutual funds and ETFs are often created with lopsided or unequal allocations toward certain sectors of the economy, experts warn.

To start, these clients are advised to start saving as early and contribute enough to their 401(k)s to qualify for their employer's matching contribution.

More than a quarter of women in a recent survey say they are confident they will comfortably retire, while almost a third of men voiced the same confidence.

Filing at the wrong age and failing to take advantage of programs like spousal and survivor benefits are just a few common mistakes seniors make.

Aside from income taxes, retirees will also pay consumer taxes and may face a 3.8% Medicare surtax.

The Social Security retirement rate is based on their highest 35 years of wage-indexed earnings.

The spike in the number of older employees in the workplace reflects a trend over the past decade.

Taking advantage of catch-up contributions is one of several methods that can help them get back on track.

Retirees can reverse their claiming decision, but not without considering one important caveat.

Seniors may consider working longer or relocating somewhere where their benefits are not subject to state taxes.