Retirement
Expert guidance for those on the road to retirement from Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
Retirement
Biases to Avoid in Retirement
Making consequential financial decisions in a heightened emotional state generally isn't a good idea. Here are some tips to exert control.
Home Equity in Retirement
Retirees have several options for using a home's value to assist their finances.
529-to-Roth IRA Rollovers
Unused 529 funds can be rolled into the beneficiary's Roth IRA without a tax penalty. But that's probably not a reason to overfund 529s.
Rental Property Investing
Real estate rentals could be a good source of passive income. But there's more to being a landlord than meets the eye. Check out these best practices and common pitfalls.
Tips for Early Retirement
Here's how to figure out how your budget and savings would be affected if you had to retire earlier than anticipated.
Retirement
2025 RMD Reference Guide
What's new with required minimum distributions? We cover the basics here.
Starting a 401(k) in Your 20s
Retirement may seem far away, but starting to save in a 401(k) in your 20s is one of the best things you can do for your future self. Here's why.
How Does a Roth IRA Work?
Even if you don't have an employer sponsored retirement plan, it's still important to save for your future.
Retirement
How Does a Roth IRA Work?
Even if you don't have an employer sponsored retirement plan, it's still important to save for your future.
Managing Social Security Taxes
High-income retirees are all but guaranteed to pay tax on their Social Security benefits. Here's how you can manage your overall tax hit before and after you start collecting.
A Guide to Retirement Planning
Retirement planning looks different depending on the season of life you're in. Here's how to approach your most important savings goal—one decade at a time.
Retirement
Women and Money
We've come a long way baby, but not far enough. Here's how women can start to take greater financial control—and why it's important.
Managing Kids' Sports Costs
If the high cost of today's youth sports is putting a strain on your budget, here are some economical ways to keep your kids playing—and you cheering them on.
Your Nest Is Empty—Now What?
After years of focusing on your kids, it's time to focus on yourself. Here's what empty nesters need to know about planning for their next big milestone: retirement.
Retirement
6 Steps to Prep for Retirement
Planning to retire in 10 years or less? Find out what you need to know and do for a smoother transition.
4 Retirement Risks to Avoid
The five years before and after retirement are among the most important—and vulnerable—for your savings. Make the most of your later years by getting ahead of the potential risks.
Beyond the 4% Rule
How much can you spend without running out of money? The 4% rule is a popular rule of thumb, but you can do better. Here are guidelines for finding your personalized spending rate.
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