Katie Brockman

1 week ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

President Trump recently marked 100 days in office, and after weeks of stock market turbulence, many older adults are feeling unsure about what the next four years might spell for their retirement. To be clear, we're in uncharted territory in many ways right now. Nobody knows where the market or economy might stand in a few months or years. That said, there are still some reassuring lessons for retirees worried about their financial futures. 1.

1 week ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

The stock market has been on a nauseating roller-coaster ride of ups and downs over the last few weeks, and many investors are nervous about what the future may hold. Only 22% of investors feel optimistic about where the market might be in the next six months, according to an April 2025 survey from the American Association of Individual Investors, and J.P. Morgan now predicts a 60% chance that the U.S. will enter a recession by the end of the year.

1 week ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

Saving for retirement has become increasingly challenging in recent decades. Few workers still have access to a pension, and Social Security doesn't go as far as it used to -- leaving many Americans worried about how much they'll need to save on their own. Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary discussed these concerns in a 2012 interview with TheStreet, and over a decade later, his advice is more relevant than ever. Here are some of the most effective ways to prepare for a more secure retirement. 1.

2 weeks ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

Social Security spousal benefits can help provide extra income in retirement, with the average spouse of a retired worker collecting around $947 per month, according to March 2025 data from the Social Security Administration. But not everyone qualifies for spousal benefits, and among those who do, several factors could affect how much you receive. Before you apply, there are a few things to know about this special type of Social Security. 1.

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Katie Brockman

1 day agoThe U.S. Department of Education will resume the collection of defaulted federal student loans in May, but lots of people just don't want to pay their loans. As the cost of rent soars, layoffs and joblessness prevail and people quite literally cannot afford to retire, the U.S. Education Department …