African proverb of the day: "The eye that has crossed the river does not laugh at the one still searching for a..." — Meaningful lessons on humility, gratitude, mentorship, emotional intelligence, resilience and why every achievement carries a responsibility to those still climbingAfrican Proverb of the Day teaches a timeless life lesson that feels especially relevant today. Success should never erase your memory of s...
24 Jul, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Planning retirement & child's education through mutual funds? Expert explains SWP, taxation, portfolio rebalancingAn investor seeks expert guidance for his daughter's education and retirement goals. A financial planner suggests a diversified portfolio a...
17 Jul, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Quote of the day by John D Rockefeller: 'Save when you can and not when...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on proactive saving, reactive panic, emergency fund, consistent investments and financial disciplineQuote of the day by John D Rockefeller highlights the importance of saving money before financial problems arise instead of waiting until a...
14 Jul, 2026, 03.46 AM IST
Pause now, pain later? Fed move raises new fears for Social Security retireesThe Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, creating concern for Social Security retirees. Higher borrowing costs may continue, whil...
25 Mar, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
Today is the final day to take your 2025 RMDs — Avoid costly IRS penalties and maximize retirement savings nowRetirees must take their 2025 RMDs by December 31 to avoid IRS penalties. Missing withdrawals can cost up to 25% of the amount. First-time ...
01 Jan, 2026, 01.51 AM IST
Don’t make this year-end retirement mistake — Vanguard says it’s draining savings fastRetirement required minimum distribution 2025: Retirees aged 73 and older must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement a...
26 Dec, 2025, 08.06 PM IST
Think waiting until 70 pays off? This Social Security math may change your mind fastSocial Security benefits: Many retirees assume waiting until 70 maximizes Social Security benefits. But early claiming can offer financial ...
18 Dec, 2025, 11.43 PM IST
This little-known IRS tax trick could save retirees thousands, yet 90% never use itA little-known IRS tax rule called a qualified charitable distribution can help retirees donate to charity and pay less tax. This option is...
18 Dec, 2025, 07.37 PM IST
'Don’t turn into an ATM for your kids': Financial advisor share a big wakeup call for middle-class parentsMany Indian parents jeopardize their retirement by gifting funds to their adult children. Girish Agrawal warns against this trend. Parents ...
05 Jul, 2025, 02.24 PM IST
Are you about to lose thousands in retirement? What they’re not telling you about Social SecurityFacing potential benefit cuts and economic uncertainties, more Americans are claiming Social Security as early as age 62, despite reduced m...
26 Jun, 2025, 07.12 AM IST
Where should I invest Rs 15 lakh for 4 years?If you have any mutual fund queries, message on ET Mutual Funds on Facebook. We will get it answered by our panel of experts.
29 Oct, 2020, 11.18 AM IST
Why you should be spending more money next yearFinancial advisers say wealthy retirees hanging on to their cash should ‘decumulate’ faster.
20 Dec, 2017, 10.38 AM IST
What we are reading: For week ending July 21, 2017We will help bring to your notice some truly interesting articles/blogs/videos in the realm of personal finance from across the globe.
21 Jul, 2017, 04.00 PM IST
Financial advice that retirees should ignoreA retiree should also avoid any ‘hot’ stock tips that he may have heard about on the news, the radio or from a friend with little or no inv...
05 Jun, 2017, 06.30 AM IST
What we are reading: For week ending April 21, 2017We will help bring to your notice some truly interesting articles/blogs/videos in the realm of personal finance from across the globe.
21 Apr, 2017, 07.01 PM IST
Retirement planning is more than money: Part-time jobs, social interests help in transitionBesides building a corpus, it is essential to prepare for a post-retirement social life, says Cecilia Chan, Chief Investment Officer of Fix...
19 Sep, 2016, 06.30 AM IST
47% Indians are not saving for retirement: HSBC44 per cent of working people in India, who had started saving for their retirement have stopped or faced difficulties, the report suggests.
17 Jul, 2016, 06.12 PM IST