For 51 million retired Americans, Social Security provides a crucial safety net, distributing $1.5 trillion in benefits. They are a vital source of income for many, with 1 in 7 retirees relying on them for nearly all of their income. Let’s take a closer look at some things you should know. A lot

Social Security will turn 90 years old in 2025, and a lot has changed during that time. Every year, the government makes adjustments to the program that help it take in greater tax revenue and increase benefits available to retirees, among other things. Next year is no different. There are five

Many of us have saved some money for retirement, but much less than we will need. If, for example, you’ve got $100,000, you might be aiming to have $1 million by retirement. That’s a decent goal, though many people might actually need more than a million-dollar nest egg — especially if retirement

A lot has changed since the 401(k) first came onto the scene in 1978. Contribution limits have risen significantly, adults 50 and older can now make catch-up contributions, and an increasing number of employers now offer Roth 401(k)s for employees who want to enjoy tax-free withdrawals in

Image source: Getty Images Have you ever been scrunched up in an economy-class seat, wondering why you didn’t look into the cost of business class? After all, you had to pass by those very comfy-looking business-class seats as you made your way toward the back of the plane. Although a