It sounds like something that should not happen. You did the math. You talked to a financial planner. You saved for decades, built a balanced portfolio, and followed what millions of Americans ...

After decades of hard work, retirement should be a time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. But figuring out how to make your retirement funds last, especially in an uncertain or volatile economy, is ...

The 4% Rule is arguably the most famous strategy for making sure your retirement income lasts long. Developed in the 1990s, it offers an evidence-based answer to most retirees’ question: “How much can ...

Retirees, planners, and advisors alike have all used the 4% rule for decades now. Since its discovery in the 1990s, the 4% rule is very straightforward: You withdraw 4% of your savings in the initial ...

Retirement should be your victory lap after decades of hard work. You save diligently, watch your nest egg grow, and finally hit that magic number. Then you follow the famous 4% rule, the guideline ...

Three decades ago, financial adviser Bill Bengen created a retirement principle called the 4% rule. It went viral. Now, the rule is getting an update. The 4% rule says you should plan to spend 4% of ...