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What’s the key to a fulfilling life as you age? Friendships. That’s according to Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts, fan favorites from “The Golden Bachelor” who met as contestants and went on to form a bond like no other. Join us on the next “Your Money Map” where host Jean…

Many of us spend decades saving for retirement. But what happens when it’s time to spend those hard-earned dollars…how do you make them last? In the next episode of “Your Money Map,” we’ll talk with Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning for Morningstar and author of “How…

Over 53 million Americans now provide unpaid care for loved ones. And, while necessary, it’s hurting their ability to save for the future, and causing what many refer to as a “caregiving crisis.” On the next episode of “Your Money Map,” Elissa Strauss, author of “When You Care: The Unexpected…

For the first time in history, up to five generations are working alongside one another in the workplace. This comes with challenges and a number of upsides, according to Dr. Tim Elmore, author of A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team a Competitive Advantage. On the…

The number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to reach 82 million by 2050. Despite the daily increase in the number of seniors, and the fact that a majority of voters count themselves among that population, experts say candidates have largely ignored the challenges of growing older in America.…

What’s one of the biggest threats to your retirement savings? Taxes, according to Ed Slott, author of the new book The Retirement Savings Time Bomb Ticks Louder. In the next episode of Your Money Map, Slott breaks down what recent tax laws mean for your retirement and how you can defuse threats to…

Research from the Alliance for Lifetime Income shows nearly half of Peak 65 consumers are already receiving Social Security payments, with many claiming early because they fear the program won’t be around for the long haul. On this episode of “You Money Map,” Emerson Sprick, an economist and Associate Director of…

As “Peak 65” Americans reach the traditional retirement age, they face not only financial questions—like when to retire and whether they have enough saved—but also the emotional transitions that come with shifting identities. Moving from roles such as parent or professional can deeply impact self-perception and financial decisions. Finding a…

As the youngest Baby Boomers reach the traditional retirement age, the U.S. is entering a period known as “Peak 65®,” with more people than ever turning 65 over the next three years. Despite the wealth of advice and resources available, many Americans still struggle with retirement planning. Surveys reveal that…