Bob Carlson

Many members of Generation X and Baby Boomers who are not yet eligible for Social Security said they will claim benefits as soon as they are eligible, according to a new study.

Medicare Part B premiums could double to about $5,000 annually per beneficiary in 2035, according to a new report.

The government ratings for nursing homes are volatile and have significant shortcomings, according to a recent study.

Changes in immigration to the United States have a substantial impact on the health and death rates of older Americans, improving overall wellness of senior Americans.

The streaming series "House of Guinness" led many parents to reconsider the conventional wisdom about distributing an estate.

Congress continues to pile Stealth Taxes on taxpayers. Retirees and near-retirees are the taxpayers snared most often by the Stealth Taxes.

Social Security's solvency problems combined with advice by online financial commentators could cause Americans to accelerate their benefit claims.

Congress continues to increase the tax and estate planning benefits of 529 plans, making them a must-consider tool for parents and grandparents.

Most 401(k) plans provide a little-known tool that can increase an account's flexibility, expand the available investments and potentially increase total returns.

Annuity sales are soaring, because retirees and pre-retirees want more guaranteed income and principal protection.