Q. An elderly widowed relative of mine barely scrapes by month-to-month with absolutely nothing left over. Aside from Social Security, she has a small savings account worth about $30,000 and a house that's paid for...

There are many factors that will help you determine whether you'll be able to retire early. Here's how to figure it out. Question: I’m 50 years old, my wife is 44 and we would like...

Having a lot of fancy acronyms after their name doesn't mean they're experienced or honest. Do your own research before you choose an adviser. Question: I expect to retire in about three years at age...

Using variable and equity-indexed universal life insurance policies as retirement vehicles is expensive and complicated, and probably not worth the trouble. Question: What do you think about VULs and EIULs as retirement plans? --Liz G.,...

Finances can be a touchy subject among family members. If you try to offer help, proceed with caution, says Money Magazine's Walter Updegrave. Question: My 53-year-old unemployed sister has recently received a small amount of...

If you have a lump sum of cash, don't invest it little by little. Decide on an asset allocation and buy in all at once, says Money Magazine's Walter Updegrave. Q. I’ve been putting money...