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6 States Where Retirement Costs Are Surprisingly High Today Original

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By Jean Folger
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Key Takeaways More than half of all Americans-55%-are concerned that they won't be able to achieve a financially secure retirement, according to a study from the National Institute on Retirement Security. Furthermore, a 2024 AARP survey found that 20% of adults aged 50+ have no retirement savings at all. These studies support what many Americans already know: Most of us are financially unprepared for retirement.
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6 States with the Most Expensive Living Costs Original

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By Jean Folger
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Key Takeaways More than half of all Americans-55%-are concerned that they won't be able to achieve a financially secure retirement, according to a study from the National Institute on Retirement Security. Furthermore, a 2024 AARP survey found that 20% of adults aged 50+ have no retirement savings at all. These studies support what many Americans already know: Most of us are financially unprepared for retirement.
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Pros and cons of an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)

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By Jean Folger
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Because they offer lower introductory interest rates compared to current fixed-interest mortgages, adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) are growing more popular. Your mortgage broker may have even recommended one as an affordable way to get into a home. These mortgages feature a fixed rate for an initial period, after which the interest moves up or down at regular intervals for the remainder of the loan’s term. However, an ARM’s variability has downsides.
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