Columbus, OH

Reaching retirement is the ultimate goal for many American workers. After years of the daily grind, the idea of giving up your nine-to-five in exchange for relaxing golf games, afternoon book clubs, and early dinners sounds phenomenal. While retirement can be an incredible time of life, it also brings its...

17 Things Americans Should Never, Ever Do During Retirement

Drafting a will is perhaps one of the most important parts of any estate plan. It ensures that your money, property, and other assets will be distributed to the people you want to receive them after your death. Even so, around two-thirds of adults in the US have no will. Why are so many Americans paying no heed to such crucial estate planning? It might be because no one wants to face their own mortality. Or it could be that people are simply too busy with day-to-day life and assume there’s plenty of time for planning later. Unfortunately, this indifference comes with a cost. What’s the cost of dying without a will? As it turns out – a lot.

What Happens if You Die Without a Will?

While we adhere to strict editorial guidelines, partners on this page also provide us earnings. Millions of young people across America are expecting an inheritance from their parents. In fact, around a third of millennials and 38% of Gen Zers expect a payday when mom and dad pass, according to Northwestern Mutual's 2024 Planning & Progress Study.

Our adult son won't ever be financially secure without a fat inheritance from us — should we spend it all in retirement or budget for his big payday?

Business Insider

A personal finance expert shares how Americans can maximize Social Security income and best save for retirement.

A third of Americans plan to retire on Social Security alone, but it may not be enough to get by

Thrift stores have become a popular destination for people hoping to find branded products or iconic designer dresses at a low price, especially since people started flaunting their discoveries on the internet. Some have even bumped into ancient artifacts that had gone missing and could fetch a fortune. Although finding an actual diamond while looking for hidden gems among used products sounds like a dream, but it turned into reality for a woman at a garage sale. It all started when a woman went to a car boot sale in the late 1980s where bangles from a box of costume jewelry caught her eye and she bought the whole box for the bangles.

Woman realizes that a ring she found at a garage sale 30 years ago has a diamond worth $350,000

Sturgis, SD

Only three of the deceased riders are confirmed to have been wearing helmets. That's one more death when compared to the 2023 rally. The Sturgis Rally finished on August 11th, and in the period just before, during, and after the event, 12 riders were left dead as a result of road traffic accidents. Of the riders killed, just three were confirmed to have been wearing helmets, while seven of the riders weren't wearing helmets. It's still under investigation whether or not two of the riders were wearing helmets.

Most of the Riders Who Died at Sturgis Weren’t Wearing Helmets, Leaving 12 Dead

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Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

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Overfunding a savings account could backfire on you. Read on to see why.

Here's What Happens When You Keep Too Much Money in a Savings Account

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Imagine waking up one morning, feeling a little off, but dismissing it as just another day. You might feel a bit weak on one side of your body, or maybe your vision is slightly blurred. You shake it off, thinking it’s just fatigue or stress. However, these subtle changes could be something far more serious; a minor stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack or TIA. A TIA is often a warning sign of a future stroke, and recognizing it early could save your life.

5 signs that reveal you’ve had a minor stroke

San Antonio, TX

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Security personnel at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland exchanged fire with multiple active shooters at a main gate. Local law enforcement responded and is on the scene outside the gate at the Texas military facility. Officials have released no details on the number of shooters or their status. The incident took...

JUST IN: Gunfire Erupts at Joint Base San Antonio With Multiple Active Shooters At Main Gate

While we adhere to strict editorial guidelines, partners on this page also provide us earnings. As children, we tend to get used to our parents being the ones in charge — even once we get older and have families of our own. But what if you find yourself in a situation where you have to take control of your parents’ finances?

My parents are in their 50s and they’ve done nothing to save for retirement — are they destined to struggle in their golden years? 5 simple steps to help them catch up

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An English doctor named Edward Jenner took incredible risks to try to rid his world of smallpox. Because of his efforts and the efforts of scientists like him, the only thing between deadly diseases like the ones below and extinction are people who refuse to vaccinate their kids. Don't be that parent.Unfortunately, because of the misinformation from the anti-vaccination movement, some of these diseases have trended up in a really bad way over the past several years.

Ever wonder why people 100 years ago died so much younger? It's these 14 reasons.

Raleigh, NC

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Big cities are known for their hustle and bustle, drawing people in who crave excitement, variety, and entertainment. But bigger isn’t always better, or at least not for Raleigh, North Carolina.

North Carolina City Named The Most Boring Town in the State

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Sigmund Freud's Advice on How to Protect Yourself from Envious People. Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, is one of the most influential thinkers in the field of psychology. Through his revolutionary approach to the study of the human mind, he made incredible discoveries that forever influenced many social sciences. His method of treatment was aimed at discovering the unconscious motives that influence human behavior.

A Smart Person Should Keep These 2 Things to Himself: Sigmund Freud's Advice

Many of us Baby Boomers remember our grandparents reminiscing about “the good old days.” Most of us would roll our eyes or start thinking about something else while our beloved elders would talk about how different the world had become. Years later, many of us find ourselves in the exact same position as our parents and grandparents. There will always be a special place in our hearts for the good old days and special memories of things that just aren’t around anymore. While change is good, it’s also nice to look back and reminisce about certain things from the past that have shaped us into who we are today. Whether you’re reminiscing about the good old days or sharing these gems with younger generations, get ready for a nostalgic journey with these instantly recognizable photographs from the past.

22 Things Americans No Longer Do That Boomers Miss So Much (Except for #13)

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Our lifestyles tell people a wealth of things -- if they're paying attention. You might think the difference between middle class and upper middle class isn't so stark, but there are some key...

7 Obvious Signs That Tell Other People You’re Upper Middle Class

Nearly 65 million Americans rely on Social Security benefits to pay the bills and enhance their lifestyles in retirement. Factors like when they claim their benefit, the percentage of their income...

I’m a Bank Teller: 4 Mistakes Social Security Recipients Make

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A WOMAN has revealed that she was on a night out and was being chatted up by a guy, but things quickly turned sour when she told him her name. Sadhbh, a brunette beauty from Ireland, claimed that the young guy laughed in her face when she shared her moniker.

A guy was chatting me up on a night out – but when I told him my name he laughed in my face and said ‘surely not’

Respect at the workplace is a right of every employee. With years and dedicated services, this level of respect gradually increases. However, companies often take advantage of employees and use them only as long as they need. u/DriverOk9165 shared the tragic news of her father being fired after 40 years of dedicated service. She also mentioned that her father was nearing retirement, but even then, his company fired him ruthlessly. The dad had worked as a store manager at the company for his entire life. “My dad has been extremely loyal for decades and now that he is less than a decade out from retirement, he was informed 2 weeks before Christmas that his store is getting closed and they will not be transferring him to another store,” the post read.

Man who worked for 40 years loses job just before retirement, sparking debate on loyalty

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For many people, early retirement means 62. This is the age they can start withdrawing money from their retirement accounts and receive Social Security. For example, let's assume an individual with $425,000 in a Roth IRA, a $1,000 monthly pension, and expect $1,600 in Social Security. Is it going to be enough? As often in […] The post I’m 62 With $425k in a Roth IRA and $2,600 per Month between Social Security and Pension. Can I Retire Now? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

I'm 62 With $425k in a Roth IRA and $2,600 per Month between Social Security and Pension. Can I Retire Now?

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A YouTuber asked a group of Americans aged 70 to 80 what their biggest retirement regrets were — how many apply to you?

While we adhere to strict editorial guidelines, partners on this page also provide us earnings. Retirement is no time for regrets. Your golden years should be...

A YouTuber asked a group of Americans aged 70 to 80 what their biggest retirement regrets were — how many apply to you?

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