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Retirement Planning

The time it takes and the complexity of building a retirement portfolio to make sure you’re financially secure and personally ready for retirement may seem daunting but the process isn’t as complicated as most people are led to believe. Use Retirement Living’s Retirement Calculator to evaluate your current retirement plan.

With some research, the proper guides and tools, a savings and investment plan that works for your personal financial situation and a commitment to save for the long-term, you’ll be well on your way to your retirement goals.

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  • Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    So many decisions factor into finding the best places to retire. Gathering the most critical data from all states and then analyzing the numbers takes days to accomplish. So, we surveyed 1,000+ individuals across the U.S. and analyzed 13 points of government data to find the best and worst states for retirement.

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Investing for Retirement

Pre-retirement planning

An investment strategy can help make sure the money you saved before retirement grows and lasts as long as you need it during retirement. Whether it’s choosing the right IRA or deciding if an annuity is right for you, a personalized investment plan will make sure your savings won’t run out.

  • Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    So many decisions factor into finding the best places to retire. Gathering the most critical data from all states and then analyzing the numbers takes days to accomplish. So, we surveyed 1,000+ individuals across the U.S. and analyzed 13 points of government data to find the best and worst states for retirement.

    Read more

  • Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Back to homepage › Retirement News Market volatility and inflation are a bad combination Updated: key insights: As the conflict involving Iran ripples through global markets, economists warn that retirees may be among the most financially vulnerable groups in the United States. While the geopolitical stakes remain uncertain, the economic consequences are already taking shape—and…

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  • One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    A new report finds many seniors exploring reverse mortgages are already facing financial strain, using home equity to cover budget gaps as rising costs outpace fixed retirement incomes.

    Read more

Retirement Planning Tools

Pre-retirement planning

Having the right tools to help guide you through your retirement planning process helps answer lingering questions about how much you need to retire and whether or not your savings will be enough. Tools like retirement calculators and age-specific retirement planning guides keep you on track and make sure you’re hitting your goals every step of the way.

  • Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    So many decisions factor into finding the best places to retire. Gathering the most critical data from all states and then analyzing the numbers takes days to accomplish. So, we surveyed 1,000+ individuals across the U.S. and analyzed 13 points of government data to find the best and worst states for retirement.

    Read more

  • Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Back to homepage › Retirement News Market volatility and inflation are a bad combination Updated: key insights: As the conflict involving Iran ripples through global markets, economists warn that retirees may be among the most financially vulnerable groups in the United States. While the geopolitical stakes remain uncertain, the economic consequences are already taking shape—and…

    Read more

  • One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    A new report finds many seniors exploring reverse mortgages are already facing financial strain, using home equity to cover budget gaps as rising costs outpace fixed retirement incomes.

    Read more

Knowledge Center

Retirement planning

The more you build your retirement planning knowledge-base the smarter decisions you’ll make with your investments. Below, you’ll find answers to common questions about the differences between the various types of retirement savings plans, social security tax information and more.

  • Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    So many decisions factor into finding the best places to retire. Gathering the most critical data from all states and then analyzing the numbers takes days to accomplish. So, we surveyed 1,000+ individuals across the U.S. and analyzed 13 points of government data to find the best and worst states for retirement.

    Read more

  • Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Back to homepage › Retirement News Market volatility and inflation are a bad combination Updated: key insights: As the conflict involving Iran ripples through global markets, economists warn that retirees may be among the most financially vulnerable groups in the United States. While the geopolitical stakes remain uncertain, the economic consequences are already taking shape—and…

    Read more

  • One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    A new report finds many seniors exploring reverse mortgages are already facing financial strain, using home equity to cover budget gaps as rising costs outpace fixed retirement incomes.

    Read more

Retirement Income

Retirement

Aside from investing your money, there are other ways to earn supplemental income during retirement. Working part- or full-time during retirement helps you stay active and engaged in your community while earning a helpful paycheck. There are plenty of job opportunities available for retirees to help you stay financially stable during retirement.

  • Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    So many decisions factor into finding the best places to retire. Gathering the most critical data from all states and then analyzing the numbers takes days to accomplish. So, we surveyed 1,000+ individuals across the U.S. and analyzed 13 points of government data to find the best and worst states for retirement.

    Read more

  • Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Back to homepage › Retirement News Market volatility and inflation are a bad combination Updated: key insights: As the conflict involving Iran ripples through global markets, economists warn that retirees may be among the most financially vulnerable groups in the United States. While the geopolitical stakes remain uncertain, the economic consequences are already taking shape—and…

    Read more

  • One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    A new report finds many seniors exploring reverse mortgages are already facing financial strain, using home equity to cover budget gaps as rising costs outpace fixed retirement incomes.

    Read more

Senior Housing

Thinking about where you’re going to retire and what kind of housing you want when you’re there is an exciting part of retirement planning. However, the vast amount of choices might make it a bit overwhelming. Where are the best places to retire? Which states are the most tax-friendly for retirees? How much does senior housing cost? The answer to questions like these will get your retirement housing planning off on the right foot.

  • Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    Best and Worst States to Retire in 2025

    So many decisions factor into finding the best places to retire. Gathering the most critical data from all states and then analyzing the numbers takes days to accomplish. So, we surveyed 1,000+ individuals across the U.S. and analyzed 13 points of government data to find the best and worst states for retirement.

    Read more

  • Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Here’s how the Iran war could affect your retirement

    Back to homepage › Retirement News Market volatility and inflation are a bad combination Updated: key insights: As the conflict involving Iran ripples through global markets, economists warn that retirees may be among the most financially vulnerable groups in the United States. While the geopolitical stakes remain uncertain, the economic consequences are already taking shape—and…

    Read more

  • One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    One in five seniors seeking reverse mortgages face budget shortfalls, report finds

    A new report finds many seniors exploring reverse mortgages are already facing financial strain, using home equity to cover budget gaps as rising costs outpace fixed retirement incomes.

    Read more