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The 401(k) Mistake You Can't Afford to Make in 2026
4+ hour, 33+ min ago (328+ words) You won't find a better return on your money than this investment option. Does your employer offer a 401(k) plan? If so, congratulations! Only a little more than half of the United States' private sector workers have access to any sort…...
3 Investing Moves I'm Making Right Now to Prepare for a Recession
5+ hour, 1+ min ago (533+ words) If a downturn is looming, now is the time to start preparing. If you're concerned about economic volatility, you're in good company. In fact, 72% of Americans rate current economic conditions as "fair" or "poor," according to a February 2026 survey from…...
New Study Reveals Unexpected Threat to Social Security
10+ hour, 46+ min ago (382+ words) Many retirees are focused on the wrong fears when it comes to Social Security. When it comes to Social Security benefits, many people are afraid that benefits won't be available to them by the time they get to retirement age,…...
Working After Claiming Social Security? The Rule Most People Don't Understand.
13+ hour, 54+ min ago (328+ words) Make sure you know what to expect. Many people assume that once they're able to start getting Social Security, they won't need to work anymore. But in reality, Social Security will only replace about 40% of your wages if you earn…...
Don't Let RMDs Wreck Your Retirement: 2 Strategies for Minimizing the Pain
14+ hour, 25+ min ago (423+ words) With the right strategy, RMDs don't have to be a huge hassle. Saving for retirement in a traditional IRA or 401(k) can seem like a good idea at the time you're doing it. And if you're a higher earner in a…...
Do You Have Retirement Savings You Don't Even Know About?
16+ hour, 54+ min ago (200+ words) Kailey Hagen, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool retirement analyst covering Social Security, Medicare, and retirement planning. Before The Motley Fool, Kailey was a research analyst for Reviews.com focusing on credit and banking products. She is a Certified Financial…...
Here's How Much the Average Tax Refund Could Be Worth by Retirement
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (471+ words) This could be one of the best investments you make all year. If you're sitting on a tax refund or you're expecting one in the next few weeks, you probably already have some idea of what you want to do…...
This Region Has Hidden Retirement Value -- If You Know Where to Look
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (547+ words) Leo Sun is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst who has worked with the company since 2013, covering technology, consumer goods, industrial, and financial sectors. He became a self-made millionaire by age 40 through long-term investing, crediting lessons from Warren Buffett…...
Retirement Savings in Your 50s: Here's What 'On Track' Actually Looks Like
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (528+ words) Published on Feb. 27, 2026 Here's something retirement articles don't say enough: your 50s are actually a fantastic time to be building wealth. Your income is likely near its peak. Big expenses like kids and mortgages are often winding down. And the tax-advantaged…...
Want a $2 Million Investment Portfolio While Barely Lifting a Finger? Here's What You'd Need to Invest Each Month.
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (454+ words) The right strategy can help you generate life-changing wealth. The stock market is a wealth-building machine, and the right strategy can turn small, consistent contributions into a multi-million-dollar portfolio. Your earning potential will depend on where you invest and how…...