The Inquirer's 2012 Retirement Guide

Sticking to the retirement plan may be working after all

PhillyInc: Those who stayed the course through the highs and lows of the market, including the 2008 crash, have found that there is reason for optimism.

Boomers confound experts with their housing choices

There is anecdotal evidence that suggests baby boomers are delaying moving until the real estate market improves.

Friends Life Care is a long-term alternative

Consumer 12.0: One concern that is shared by many aging boomers is the possibility of bad and costly things that can happen. That's where Friends Life Care might play a role.

Retirement planning is as close as your keyboard

Web Wealth: Everyone should do some retirement planning, and here are some sites that can guide the way.

Don't delay in building your nest egg for the future

MoneyCrashers: Just out of college and working at your first job? While retirement might be the last thing on your mind, now is always the right time to get started in putting money into a fund for your golden years.

Set aside a couple hundred thousand for health care

Stepping away from the workplace soon? Better factor in money for health care and a lot of it. You should plan on spending $240,000, according to Fidelity Investments.

First of the boomers exiting work world without regret

Many in the first wave of baby boomers reaching retirement age aren't wasting any time in stepping away from the work world. And for those who have left, they report that the pastures are indeed greener on the other side.

A declicate balance – save for retirement, pay for college

Investing for your retirement is an expensive obligation that you have to handle on your own. And as an added distraction, you often need to factor in a college education for your child or children.

A conversation with Charles Schwab's daughter

What's it like being the daughter of one of the most well-known brokers -- Charles Schwab? Well, for one, you develop a common-sense approach to money, saving and investing. Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz offers some advice.

You're never too young to qualify for a Roth IRA

A Roth IRA isn't just for adults. Anyone can open an account. Even a child who earns money cutting grass or tending to a neighbor's pet. The benefits down the road can be sizable.

Treasury encourages Web-based savings bonds sales

The U.S. Treasury has launched its “Ready. Save. Grow.” campaign to get people focused on setting aside savings — online.

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Agility vital for modern workers, employers

I've read about how important it is to be agile in today's workplace. So I tried typing that first sentence with my toes while balancing on one arm atop a cubicle wall. I fell twice and sprained my ankle.

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Innovative home products poised to hit market

In the market for a hot-water-dispensing refrigerator? That was just one of the innovative and unusual products on display this month at the International Builders' Show in Las Vegas.

10 years in the works, Malvern apartment complex nears completion
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A spare and bright empty nest for one Media couple

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