That's what some of them get in one California city when they retire, but they're taking heat for it.
As we get ready to celebrate our nation's independence, maybe you should be thinking of your own. Are you getting closer to financial freedom?
Watching television is the second-most-popular activity -- after sleeping.
After just 12 years on the job, the departing congressman gets hefty retirement benefits.
How do you find the balance between enjoying life now and also making sure you have enough money for your retirement years?
A new study says many Americans will have to work into their 70s to afford retirement -- and low-income workers may still be on the job in their 80s.
How does your 401k balance compare with that of other workers with a similar income?
The challenge is adjusting should numbers come up short, especially since going back to work at age 80 isn't an option for most people.
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