Retiring ahead of the traditional timeline requires careful planning. Here’s how to chart a realistic course to financial freedom Written By Written by Staff Money Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Molly Grace ...

Key Points The rule of 55 allows penalty-free 401(k) withdrawals only from your current employer’s plan after separation.

Not everyone wants to retire early. After all, a 9-5 day job brings steady income, a sense of purpose, and keeps one engaged in physical and mental activity. In fact, so many folks find it difficult ...

Retiring at 55 might seem too young. You can easily work another decade. Plus, you can’t collect Social Security until 62 at the earliest. Even then, you’re losing money by receiving benefits before ...

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Many Americans dream of early retirement — and a growing number are making it happen. But too often, those who retire before 65 discover they are needlessly overpaying taxes on their income. The good ...

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Retiring early is usually the preserve of the very wealthy or those who have invested and saved heavily. But with rising living costs, stopping work sooner than your expected retirement age could be ...

Margaret Giles: Hi. I’m Margaret Giles from Morningstar. The data suggests that people often retire earlier than they expected. Joining me to discuss how to protect your money in that situation is ...

There’s no one right way to prepare for retirement. Where you live, the money you make, the kind of lifestyle you want and your timeline should all factor into your overall retirement plan. Explore ...