We break down the average Social Security payment and 401(k) balance for a 65-year-old. See what the typical monthly ...

Data from the Fed shows how common retirement savings are among older Americans and the average amounts they report.

Hitting 65 is a significant milestone, and it's not one to be overlooked. You're now at the age where your retirement plan will be put to the test as you begin to take Social Security, pull from your ...

Social Security is a vital source of income for many retired Americans. But, not every recipient relies heavily on benefits.

As Americans near retirement, Federal Reserve data show how many have retirement accounts and what typical savings balances ...

The government provides a comprehensive view of consumer finances, examining net worth. Fidelity has a keener focus on 401(k) and IRA balances. If you are trying to figure out if you are on track, ...

Retirement is often framed as the reward after decades of work. The alarm clock goes quiet, the schedule opens up, and time finally feels like it belongs to the people who earned it. For many ...

As the new year begins, savings have hit unprecedented levels, but rising health care costs and growing poverty make retirement unaffordable for many.

Life expectancy is increasing. If you're close to retirement age, here's what you might want to spend your time doing, and ...