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‘Frozen, but Robust’: Here’s What the Latest Jobs Report Says About Rate Cuts, According to an Big Four Senior Economist

The findings give the Federal Reserve the opportunity to cut interest rates at a more leisurely pace. The number of jobs is predicted to be … ‘Frozen, but Robust’: Here’s What the Latest Jobs Report Says About Rate Cuts, According to an Big Four Senior EconomistRead more

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David Letterman says that ‘retirement is a myth’ — believes the ‘human mechanism’ won’t let you quit. So are US boomers really working into their 60s, 70s because they can’t afford to retire?

Here is the paraphrased text: Here are the top ten reasons why retirement might not be what it’s cracked up to be: The television legend … David Letterman says that ‘retirement is a myth’ — believes the ‘human mechanism’ won’t let you quit. So are US boomers really working into their 60s, 70s because they can’t afford to retire?Read more

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I’m 57 with a $1.3M portfolio and ready to walk away from work — I’ll also take Social Security at 62. Can I retire now with a comfortable income?

If you’ve managed to save $1.3 million by the time you’re 57 years old, it’s probably a testament to your disciplined approach to living within … I’m 57 with a $1.3M portfolio and ready to walk away from work — I’ll also take Social Security at 62. Can I retire now with a comfortable income?Read more