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'Stay-tirement' instead of retirement
Chris Farrell Jul 13, 2012
Rethinking our expectations for the "Golden Years."
Emergency fund in retirement
Chris Farrell Jun 29, 2012
Your most recent program discussed the amount and kind of emergency funds needed for people working. My question is what those of us who are retired should consider for emergency funds. William, Schenectady, NY
Judging how well you're doing with retirement savings
Chris Farrell Jun 1, 2012
I am very lost and uncertain of our financial road to retirement. Our company doesn't offer defined payment retirement; it is all up to individual and 401(k). The company does match 3 percent. I am married and we have been working for 14 years now and have combined liquid assets (401(k), outside investment account, savings) of about $400,000, plus home equity of $100,000 on a good day. What shape are we in on our road to retirement? Thanks much. Martin, Chicago, IL
How military spouses hold down the home front
Tess Vigeland May 25, 2012
Military families have some unique financial challenges compared to civilians. But citizens can learn a thing or two from the foresight these families apply to their finances.
Why early retirement may not be good for your health
Stephen Dubner May 17, 2012
Freakonomics Radio explores the hidden side of early retirement.
A startling health-care bill
Chris Farrell May 9, 2012
The mutual fund giant Fidelity calculates that a 65-year-old couple retiring in 2012 will need around $240,000 to cover medical expenses through their retirement. Ouch!
Unforeseen retirement expenses
Chris Farrell May 7, 2012
When estimating expenses in retirement, it's good to think about family and friends, as well as the mortgage, utilities, food, clothes, and other financial-planning staples.
Are Americans confident in their economic futures?
Frank Newport Apr 26, 2012
Gallup's latest surveys asked how Americans were feeling about their personal finances, and whether they think they'll be able to retire comfortably.
Experiment before picking up stakes
Chris Farrell Apr 17, 2012
I'll be retiring in a few months and my husband is already retired. We are thinking of selling our home in Florida and moving to California to be closer to our children and grandchildren, who live in Los Angeles. Another option might be to keep the house in Florida, buy an RV and camp out in an RV park in California until we wear out our welcome. What are some of the pitfalls that we should try to avoid? Nancy, Milton, FL
Learning about reverse mortgages
Chris Farrell Apr 12, 2012
It's worth learning about reverse mortgages. The homeowner gets access to their home equity without moving.
