Retirement often means living on a fixed income, so it's more important than ever to stick to a strict budget. For some, this will entail cutting certain expenses and tight budgeting to stay on

It's hard to predict just how much money retirees will need to thrive in the golden years. There are health costs, housing costs and groceries to consider -- and that's without budgeting for

Money put aside in your 401(k) plan is for retirement and retirement only, according to money expert Suze Orman. Despite that, recent IRS changes have made it easier to access a portion of your

Retiring early can affect your retirement income in a few different ways. For one, retiring early means you must stretch your savings out longer. Plus, it could impact your Social Security benefits – whether you start claiming them early to add a little extra income when you retire or hold off taking benefits to gain a higher payout.