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Q-and-A With Jonathan D. Pond: Saving for Retirement

By Jonathan D. Pond

Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond reassures readers about keeping their retirement savings invested in the stock market.

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Your Job Search: The Job Offer

By Bob Skladany

Career counselor Bob Skladany offers tips on how to negotiate a job offer.

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Many Happy Returns

By Ron Burley

When bells start jingling, consumer advocate Ron Burley knows it's time to prepare you for returning unwanted gifts. 

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Does My Age Affect Taxes on 401(k) Withdrawals?

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An AARP Tax-Aide volunteer explains how your age has tax implications for 401(k) withdrawals.

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Divided We Fail

The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.

Best Employers for Workers Over 50

This annual recognition program honors companies and organizations who value the 50+ workforce.

AARP Foundation Reverse Mortgage Education Project

This program helps older homeowners make informed decisions about reverse mortgages.

National Employer Team

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From Inside E Street

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Some analysts predict that the next financial firestorm will be a credit card meltdown.

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Financial Insanity

By Krista Walton

Author Michael Lewis spoke with AARP Bulletin Today about the economy--where we went wrong, who's to blame, and what to expect.

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Why Money Worries Are Keeping Us Up at Night

By Carole Fleck

An unsettling economy has everybody worried. Most say they no longer feel in control of their financial future and well-being after the wild market swings of the past few weeks.

From the Online Community

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Group: No Free Lunch
Seek and share advice about experiences related to free lunch investment seminars.
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Journal: Stef

Journal: Quite a Journey
My Dream Job winner Stef reflects on a year of personal and professional challenges.
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Real Relief

In these uncertain economic times, AARP and the AARP Foundation stand ready to help you stay focused on your long-term financial goals while providing you with immediate solutions and assistance.

Penalty Waived for RMD Withdrawals in 2009

By Carole Fleck

Thousands of older Americans who are legally required to take distributions from their shrinking retirement savings accounts will get a break in 2009.

Get Ready for Digital TV

AARP.org

Don't wait until the last minute to switch to digital TV. Order a coupon to offset the cost of a converter box so your set is working on Feb. 17, 2009.

Your Money Plan

AARP.org

Use these 4 simple questions to jump-start your decisions about money.

The Fear Economy

By James D. Scurlock

What will it take to restore faith in the markets? The experts weigh in.

How Much Do You Need to Retire?

By Kerry Hannon

What percentage of your final salary do you need to have saved to provide enough income to last throughout retirement at something close to your current lifestyle?

Economy 101: You Ask, We Answer

By Carole Fleck

See answers to your questions about the current financial crisis.

Economic Watch

From AARP Bulletin Today

Visit the Economy Watch page for the latest economic news from AARP Bulletin Today.

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