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Don't Panic, Don't Sell - Plan: But just because stocks go up and down, and sometimes down quite rapidly and seemingly unexpectedly, doesn't mean you have to act like a novice or even average investor who sells at the bottom and buys at the top. MarketWatch, Jan. 15.
 Is your 401(k) Safe When the Market Tanks? Volatile markets can leave investors seriously on edge, especially as they get closer to retirement, and those who are already retired may be even more worried about losing money - and may start to question their strategy. CNBC, Jan. 14.
All About IRA Accounts for Novices: Unlike restrictive diets or torturous yoga positions, saving for retirement can be relatively painless with the use of tax-advantaged individual retirement accounts. Bankrate.com, Jan. 13.
For Some Savers, a Managed 401(k)'s Tailoring Beats a Target Date Fund: Target-date mutual funds take the pain out of investing. But there's another type of 401(k) investment option that plan participants, might want to consider. USA Today, Jan. 13.
 How Big your Retirement Fund Should be at Every Age: Few people ever do then math on how much money they'll need to be able to retire or check if they're on pace to get there. The Washington Post, Jan. 12.
3 Rules For Dealing With A Wild And Crazy Market: Amazing, isn't it, how a few days of roller-coaster stock prices can unleash a flood of dire predictions? Real Deal Retirement, Jan 12.
Catch-Up Contributions can Put Retirees Way Ahead: This year, on top of the  $18,000 regular limit to a 401(k) plan, workers 50 and older can add $6,000 per year in catch-up contributions, which are aimed at helping individuals save enough for retirement. Reuters, Jan. 11.
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 Want to Retire Abroad? Try These 10 Hot Spots: Getting ready to relocate in retirement but think Florida's just not far away - or exotic - enough for you? Or are you too cash-strapped after throwing in the career towel to continue living in the manner to which you have become accustomed? CNBC, Jan. 15.
When Making Retirement Choices, Prepare to Live Longer: Length of life can be a game changer when it comes to retirement decisions, but first there is an important distinction to be made. MarketWatch, Jan. 14.
7 Important Financial Moves If You Turn 65 in 2016: Now is when you need to make important decisions about signing up for Medicare, planning your Social Security strategy, bolstering your retirement savings and more. Kiplinger, Jan. 13.
Want to Relocate in Retirement? Think Before You Start Packing: So where will you spend your golden years? Most people end up  staying put. But for those who want to relocate, deciding where to live should involve a thoughtful process instead of picking a beloved vacation spot or your childhood hometown. CNBC, Jan.13.
15 Deadlines Retirees Can't Afford to Miss in 2016: Missing a deadline could be costly. Kiplinger's Retirement Report, Jan. 2016. |
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5 Ways to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits: Social Security  provides tens of millions of Americans with the income they rely on in retirement, and there's always room for current and future recipients to squeeze more from their benefits. The Motley Fool, Jan. 15.
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6 Surprising Facts About a Living Revocable Trust: Revocable trusts, commonly called "living trusts," are an effective estate-planning tool for avoiding the costs and hassles of probate, preserving privacy and preparing your estate for ease of transition after you die. Bankrate.com, Jan. 15.
 Your Ex Could Get Rich if you Don't Update your Beneficiaries: When people think about estate planning, they commonly worry about what goes in their will. But many forget about the importance of updating beneficiary information on financial products, including 401(k)s or life insurance policies. USA Today, Jan. 14.
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