5 Signs Your Retirement Savings Are on Track (and 3 Red Flags You Can't Ignore)
Wondering if you're where you should be for retirement? Five clear signs you're on track — plus three warning flags that demand immediate attention, according to financial planners.
401(k) Balances Hit Record High — Here's How Your Nest Egg Compares by Age
Fidelity's latest retirement analysis shows the average 401(k) balance reached an all-time high of $128,500, driven by strong market returns. See how you compare to your peers.
Housing Market Cools as Mortgage Rates Drop Below 6% — Is Now the Time to Buy?
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 5.89% this week, the lowest since April, sparking renewed interest from buyers who had been sitting on the sidelines. But experts urge caution.
Social Security Announces 3.2% COLA Increase for 2026 — What Retirees Need to Know
The Social Security Administration confirmed a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment for 2026, affecting over 70 million beneficiaries. Here's how it impacts your monthly check.
Federal Reserve Signals Rate Cuts as Inflation Cools to 2.4 Percent
The Fed chair indicated multiple rate cuts could come this year after inflation data showed the strongest cooldown in over two years, sending markets higher.