Social Security remains the backbone of guaranteed retirement income, but it is not the only option. Claiming age sharply ...

Retirees increasingly want paychecks that feel as reliable as their old salaries, yet many are discovering that Social ...

Bond investors finally have income again, yet the environment heading into 2026 is anything but straightforward. With valuations tight, idiosyncratic risks resurfacing, and technical forces steering ...

Q: My portfolio analysis states that I am 40% in “fixed income." What does this mean? A: Fixed income require that you lend money to another entity in return for both getting your money back along ...

Social Security provides a crucial financial safety net for the millions of Americans in retirement each year. But the average monthly Social Security benefit currently hovers near $2,000, and while ...

From lower living costs to no tax on Social Security, these 15 retiree-friendly states help benefits go further in 2026, ...

Fixed income investments are financial vehicles that provide a predictable stream of income to investors. Echoing the value of such investments, financial advisor Matt Williamson notes, "Fixed income ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Catherine Brock covers personal finance and investing. Fixed-income investments include bonds, bills, notes, collateralized debt ...