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To assist you in your relocation plans, GOBankingRates looked at hundreds of U.S. cities to find not only some of the cheapest places to retire, but also some of the most beautiful.

While many people dream of a relaxing retirement, the reality is that many Americans struggle financially during their senior years.

Retirement planning takes years of hard work, discipline, and smart choices, but one wrong move can throw everything off track. Many families focus on saving and investing but fail to ask the critical questions that protect their future security. Overlooking certain risks or making assumptions about income, expenses, or unexpected…

Warren Buffett doesn't toss around warnings lightly. But at the 2005 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, he made one of his most direct moral declarations: "Anything that would take Social Security payments below their present guaranteed level is a mistake."

Here are a dozen states that offer the best of both worlds for retirees who are looking to relocate.

These retirement withdrawal strategies avoid tax and stock market pitfalls that can eat into your savings.

There are two ways to sign up for My Social Security. Learn the pros and cons of each method to choose the best option for your needs and lifestyle.

Sandy McConnell earns $50,000 annually from her job and $1,784 monthly from Social Security, but a string of unfortunate family incidents has made it difficult for her to retire.

Are you a senior or caring for one—and still hearing financial advice that feels stuck in the past? Many older adults are unknowingly following outdated financial plans that no longer serve them. In this article, you’ll discover 10 outdated financial plans still being recommended to seniors, so you can swap…