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Why Exchange-Traded Funds Make Sense

By Jonathan D. Pond

Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond says these types of investments can help diversify your portfolio.

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Retirement Nest Egg Calculator

Find out how much it will take to create a secure retirement.

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Retirement Contributions Calculator

Find out how increasing your retirement contributions to an employer-sponsored plan will affect your paycheck.

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AARP Programs

Divided We Fail

The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.

AARP Tax-Aide

The nation's largest, volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service.

Money Management

Money Management helps low-income seniors write checks, balance their checkbooks, create a monthly budget, or keep track of financial papers.

Retirement Made Simpler

Three trusted organizations help you help your employees retire with confidence. Learn how to automate your 401(k) step-by-step.

AARP Books

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The AARP Retirement Survival Guide

By Julie Jason

Start making smart financial decisions.

Ready for Some Frugal Fun?

By Jeff Yeager

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Spending smart and consuming wisely can be a lot of fun. That's what the Savings Challenge is all about. Here's how you can get started.

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Retirement Crisis Looms for Many Americans

By Carole Fleck

Declining home values and shrinking portfolios have now unraveled the retirement safety net for a majority of American families.

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Your Missed 401(k) Match

By Martha M. Hamilton

If you work at a company where the retirement plan matching contributions have been suspended, you may be in for some good news soon. A handful of companies already have reinstated matching contributions while others are contemplating doing so next year.

From the Online Community

Group: Been There

Group: Been There
Made a bad financial decision earlier in life? Why don't you share your lesson learned?
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Group: Financial Planning

Group: Financial Planning
Get the nitty-gritty on planning a comfortable retirement, and compare your plan against those of others.
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Webinar: An Enjoyable Retirement on Less Money

AARP Education & Outreach

This Dec. 10 webinar, aimed at both retirees and pre-retirees, offers tips on saving money while having a fulfilling retirement.

Retirement Account Withdrawals

By Jonathan D. Pond

Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond explains when you would pay penalties and taxes on money withdrawn from retirement plans

Spending Down Your Assets in Retirement

By AARP Education & Outreach

Here are some things to consider as you plan your retirement savings spend-down.

Should I Tap My 401(k)?

By Jonathan D. Pond

Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond answers readers' questions about borrowing from their 401(k).

Returning to Work After Retirement

By AARP Education & Outreach

Learn how this decision can affect your finances.

AARP Financial Benefits

Financial Guidance in a Volatile Market

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Don't go it alone. Join AARP's team effort to shed pounds, with coaching from Carole Carson.

Free, Fun Games for Your Brain
Keep your mind sharp with interactive games and the latest research and tips on boosting your brain power.

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Member Discounts

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Find great gifts at a great price with the AARP® Member Discounts Holiday Guide!

Driver Safety Month

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It's November! Make sure your loved ones travel safely this holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving

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Treat friends and family to our new recipes, gift guide, entertaining tips, and more!

Seasonal Savings

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Here's how to save dollars on your drive over the river and through the woods.

Health Action Now!

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Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care— NOW!

Solo Travelers

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Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.

Vegas Adventure

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Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!

Health-Myth Buster

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Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?

Fat 2 Fit

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Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.

Create The Good

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Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.

South Carolina News

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Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.

Go Fish

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Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.