Tips and ideas about saving time and money when preparing for and during retirement.
Financial Advice for RetirementWhether you are just starting your retirement plans or are currently retired, your situation can benefit from expert financial advice. This is a page about financial advice for retirement.
What Should I Do With My 401K After Losing My Job?Rolling your 401K over into a Roth IRA can be a great way to continue building your retirement even after you lose a job. This is a page about what should I do with my 401k after losing my job?
Cutting Back in Retirement and Still Having FunThis is a page about cutting back in retirement and still having fun. For many people retirement may require some spending cutbacks, but that does not mean you can't still have fun.
Organizing Retirement PaperworkThis is a page about organizing retirement paperwork. Prior to retiring it is beneficial to begin organizing all of the paperwork related to your retirement plans.
Stretching Your Retirement DollarsThis is a page about stretching your retirement dollars. Many people are surprised at their reduced spending ability after they retire.
Filing for Social SecurityThis page is about filing for social security. Whether you apply online or in person there are some things to understand when planning to receive social security payments.
Planning for RetirementThis is a page about planning for retirement. There are many things to consider when planning for retirement, making it a daunting task for some.
Deciding When to Retire?I'm almost 63 and have worked at my job (IT) for over 20 years. In an effort to decrease staff, my work is offering (to anyone eligible) a great early retirement option. I will get 16 weeks of pay and insurance (at what I'm paying now) until I turn 65.
Receiving Disbursements from an IRA?I am 70 now; how do I start drawing from my IRA account?
Can I Roll a 401K into a Bank Account Without Penalties?Will I be penalized for rolling my 401k into my bank account, even if I don't use it?
Receiving 401K Benefit Without Contributing?If I didn't contribute to the 401k at my last employer (almost 5 years), are there any funds in the company's 401k with my name on them?
Do Disabilty Checks Need To Be Paid Back After Retirement?I have heard that if you receive disability checks BEFORE you reach retirement age, you have to pay that back AFTER you reach retirement age.
My New Job Doesn't Offer a Retirement Plan?I have a 40000.00 in my 401k and my new job doesn't offer a retirement plan, what should i do?
When Can I Draw From My IRA?I am 60 years old. Will I able to withdraw funds from my IRA account? What is the minimum I may withdraw annually?
Selecting a Broker or Financial Planner?What are the most important things to consider when choosing a professional to help you define and meet your retirement goals?
Tips for Preparing to File for Social Security?I am going to be 62 in June of 2013. I want to apply for S.S. and want to know any suggestions on tips to cut back on cable, filing out forms, places I can get help with prescriptions, and help with rent.
Is AARP Membership Worth the Investment?My husband is turning 50 years old in a couple of weeks. I'm just wondering if it would be worth it for him to join AARP? I know it's only $16 a year, but I'm wondering if the benefits are worth it and who better to ask than the wise Thrifty Fun family?