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Repair. Rebuild. Retire.

The storm has subsided. Now get your savings back on track and maybe prepare to work a few years longer.
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Top 5 Retirement Mistakes to Avoid

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Preparing for retirement is no easy feat in the slumping economy. Even if you diligently stash money away for decades, one investment misstep can mean the difference between a relaxing retirement filled with days playing golf on the back nine and one that requires you to slave away at a job for years longer than anticipated.
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Deflation Killed the I Bond

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For those looking toward the I Bond as a hedge against inflation, but right now we're experiencing such severe deflation that an investment in an I Bond isn't going to grow. So check your retirement to see how you're invested!
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10 Deadly Sins of Retirement

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Ken and Daria Dolan from Dolans.com want to warn you about 10 deadly sins of retirement planning and show you the smart money moves you should be making now. Click through our gallery to see what critical mistakes to avoid.
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New Math for IRA Savings

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A Roth IRA could be your new best friend in this scary investing environment if you use your tax-deferred earnings the right way (should you eventually have earnings) and now might be the best time to start fully funding it while your income is down.
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5 Keys to an Early Retirement

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Many people dream of retiring early, but few actually make it a reality. In short, early retirement is possible, but it requires diligent saving and planning. Here are five key things you can do to improve your chances of starting your "golden years" ahead of schedule.
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Few Save Enough to Retire, Study Says

A study suggests only one in five workers saves enough annually to maintain his or her lifestyle after retirement, and notes that women are at a disadvantage due to their longer life spans and more frequent career interruptions.
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Survivors Insurance

Social Security survivors insurance pays a life insurance-type benefit to your eligible family members or (ex-spouse) when you die.
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Disability Insurance

If you have a medical condition that prevents you from working, you may be eligible to receive Social Security disability insurance benefits.
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