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Americans say 27 is the ideal age to start saving for retirement. Here’s what to do if you’re older and haven’t started yet.

Roughly one-third of Americans are not prepared for a financial emergency.

Americans now spend four hours a day thinking about money. A new study reveals bills -- not inflation -- are their biggest financial stressor.

Even as the full retirement age has increased, many Americans believe we should be retiring earlier, not later. If you want the full Social Security benefit, you'll need to work even longer than the full retirement age.

More than half of Americans admit they've made a financial move—whether it's a purchase, an investment, or opening a credit card—because of what they saw online. According to a March survey by Empower, 57% say social media has influenced their financial decisions, and 73% say it’s changed how they spend,…

A high-paying job and homeownership are two big milestones that many people strive toward, but setting unrealistic expectations can make the journey feel discouraging. Most people expect to land their dream job at 29 and buy a house at 30, according to a recent Empower study.

Sky-high housing costs and stagnant wages mean the American Dream’s timeline doesn’t match economic reality.

Mint, one of the best budgeting apps, shut down early in 2024.  As longtime budgeting fans, we’ve had a difficult time finding a replacement with...

A new Empower survey shows one-third of Americans start buying pumpkin-spice products in August, with 45% of Gen Z and millennials leading the charge despite rising seasonal costs.

Retirement savers are getting a new window into private markets, but a fresh debate has begun brewing over whether the asset class belongs in everyday 401(k)s.

President Donald Trump is reportedly set to sign an executive order that would make it easier for U.S. retirement plans to invest in private-market assets.