Every year, hundreds of thousands of Americans retire abroad. In many cases, they are still entitled to their Social Security benefits. However, every country has its own laws and regulations on foreign income. If you choose to retire abroad, you should be aware of these 10 countries where the U.S. government won’t send your social […]
5 Types of Retirement Accounts for the Self-Employed
As a struggling student and young professional, I made many financial mistakes early on. One of the greatest regrets I have is not starting to invest sooner. Unfortunately, we can’t un-write our histories. Even though I was a late-comer in the investing game, I finally took action and started saving for retirement in my 30s. […]
10 Financial Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Retirement
During my 20s, saving for retirement was a low priority. As a poor student, struggling to stay out of debt, it was the furthest thing from my mind. However, things changed along with my financial situation. Once I paid off my debt, I finally began saving money and took more interest in investing. Now that […]
How to Tell if your Pension Contributions Are Being Misused
One of the most lucrative benefits your receive from your job is the employer retirement plan. Whether it is a pension package, a 401(k), or a Roth IRA, these plans help supplement your Social Security benefits to ensure a comfortable post-employment life. Oftentimes, employers match contributions that help you build towards retirement even faster. This […]