‘My monthly expenses are $6,500’: I’m 64, have $1.2 million in a 401(k) and two mortgages. Can I afford to retire?

Dear Quentin, I am 64. I want to retire next year.  I have $1.2 million in 401(k) and IRA. I will have $3,000 Social Security, and a $1,064 pension that will not increase for inflation. I have ...

Your fall financial fitness plan: 9 expert-backed moves before the holidays

Get your finances in order this fall with 9 expert-backed money moves. From debt paydown to holiday savings, here's what to ...
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What's Our Budget at 65 With $1.9M in Savings and $5,200 From Social Security?

To really build a complete retirement budget as a couple, you’ll need to take into account both potential income sources and realistic expenses. While it's possible to come up with an estimated income ...

'Be more concerned with outliving inflation than Social Security': I went back to work at 61. I'm now 66. Was I right?

If I had done that, I'd have sold my house and moved into a one-bedroom apartment by now and would be living off my home equity. People need to be more concerned with outliving inflation than Social ...

'People need to be more concerned with outliving inflation than Social Security': I retired at 61, but went back to work. Was I right?

If I had done that, I'd have sold my house and moved into a one-bedroom apartment by now and would be living off my home equity. People need to be more concerned with outliving inflation than Social ...