RETIREMENT

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Jonathan Pond

The Road to Recovery

By Jonathan D. Pond

Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond suggests five ways to take advantage of investing opportunities.

Tools

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Retirement Income Calculator

See a year-by-year breakdown of your retirement savings.

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Retirement Shortfall Calculator

This calculator helps you determine your projected shortfall or surplus at retirement.

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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.

Your Missed 401(k) Match

By Martha M. Hamilton

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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.

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Rebuilding Your Nest Egg

By Carole Fleck

Working longer while contributing to your 401(k) can boost your balance.

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New Rules Make Saving for Retirement Easier

By John F. Wasik

Automatic enrollment, increased contributions, can help build your nest egg.

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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Spending Down Your Assets in Retirement

By AARP Education & Outreach

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

Sure, You Can Retire

By Jonathan D. Pond

Retiring comfortably may cost less than you think.

I'm Retired. Hire Me.

By Bob Skladany

If you've decided you want to go back to work, great. Here's how to get started.

Individual Retirement Accounts

By AARP Education & Outreach

Individual Retirement Accounts, or IRAs, are special accounts with tax advantages to help you save for retirement.

Returning to Work After Retirement

By AARP Education & Outreach

Learn how this decision can affect your finances.

AARP Financial Benefits

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Join the Fat 2 Fit Community
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.

More From AARP

Health Care Reform

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Here's a coalition that supports health care reform to strengthen Medicare.

Accessible Care Now

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Join AARP in the fight for health reform. Make sure you speak up today!

Member Discount

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Save $100 per person off vacations or river cruises from Grand European Tours.

Is It Truly Organic?

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How can you tell whether or not "organic" foods are the real deal?

Enter Green Sweeps!

Live Green Every Day Sweepstakes

Enter for a chance to win Energy Star appliances, a MacBook, or mountain bikes!

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Fat 2 Fit Shedding Pounds

Many people find they can shed medications along with their extra pounds.

TV Tackles Aging

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An AARP-supported show addresses health and other issues faced by aging people.

How to Bounce Back

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Everyone goes through tough times. Some folks just navigate them better. Learn how.

Free Fun in Vegas

Welcome to Las Vegas

Gambled and lost? Peter Greenberg gives tips on free stuff to do in Sin City.

401(k): Debt Cutter?

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Should I borrow from my 401(k) to pay off my house? How steep is the penalty?

Book Review

Ricardo Montaner

Singer Ricardo Montaner's book portrays a man committed to his family and faith.

New Tricks in Bed?

Use these tips to improve your life ... under the covers. Get what you want!.