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AARP Recommends 5 Necessary Financial Moves When You Turn 50- a dollar sign piece in a game of chess

Smart Money Moves to Make by Age 50

If you’ve been procrastinating on money matters, now is the take-control moment for you and your finances. read

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Take Charge of Your Future Story Contest

Tell us how a financial or fitness makeover will help you achieve a more secure future. You could even be chosen to share a stage with Leeza Gibbons! Do

Many are Unsure of How – or When – to Claim Social Security

AARP survey finds lots of confusion among future beneficiaries. read

Your Retirement
Savings

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Financial Plan Beats Panic Every Time

Prepare for the future by following your budget, matching expenses to income and savings. Read

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3 Steps to Stay Afloat in Tough Times

Get more from your savings — despite interest rates at record lows. read

How Europe's Debt Crisis Hits You in the Wallet

6 reasons why you should be worried. read

5 Tips for Easing Into Retirement

No alarm clock, no commute — it sounds fabulous, but are you really ready? read

Take Charge of Your Future

Retirement is not only about money. Prepare your health, home, community and the legal documents you’ll need. read

How Much Money Do You Need to Retire?

How to navigate the bumpy road to retirement read

Live for Today, Save for Tomorrow

Find out if a "practice retirement" is for you. read

New Mortgage Aid Program Helps Homeowners

Revamped plan helps 'underwater' homeowners get lower-interest financing. read

Retirement
Places

10 Great Places to Retire for the City Life

Nightlife, culture, convenience and an always lively scene. read

AARP list of quirky places where you can retire- a man looking out to see in Cape Cod, MA

Great Quirky Places to Retire

10 funky and artsy cities that free spirits will love. read

Great Sunny Places to Retire

Have you always dreamed of retiring where clear skies outnumber gray days? read

For Affordable Retirement, Think Abroad

Study shows that Americans can live better and cheaper in other countries. read

Where to Retire if You Love the Outdoors

10 picks for places to swim, hike, ski, fish and soak in the scenery. read

10 Best-Rated States for Retirement

Many highly personal factors come into play when it's time to pick the perfect place to retire. Which state is your best choice? read

10 Small Cities for Great Retirement

There's lots for you to do — and you won't get lost in the crowd. read

Live the Good Life, For Less

Ready to retire? Check out our list of 10 affordable, fun places to retire. read

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Having Trouble Finding a Job?

Check out 6 tips for staying positive during a drawn-out job search. read

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Financial expert Jane Bryant Quinn says many people aren’t well positioned for retirement because they didn’t have a realistic plan. Hear her advice on what you need to do before taking a leap. Watch