Nearly one in five U.S. adults say they want to retire before the age of 55, according to the data analytics company YouGov. ...

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For Americans ages 45 to 54, the median 401(k) balance is just $67,769 according to Vanguard’s How America Saves Report. This ...

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See how your savings stack up against typical Americans your age—and discover smart strategies for strengthening your retirement readiness.

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With a 401(k), you could face an early withdrawal penalty for removing funds before turning 59 1/2. Under certain circumstances, you can access your 401(k) penalty-free at age 55. Make sure you know ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Cicely Jones simplifies financial concepts for young professionals. This month, I spoke with a 52-year-old who was fed up with ...

Almost one in five workers in Ireland (18%) say they will not be able to afford retirement until age 70, according to a new ...

Women are more likely than men to say they never want to fully retire, with 15% expressing this view compared with 10% of men ...

If you hit your financial targets early, why not step away from work and long commutes to spend more time with friends and ...