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Thursday, November 10, 2011  Lagging economy has baby boomers working longer and postponing retirement.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011  Poll shows baby boomers upbeat about their age, don't consider themselves to be old just yet

Tuesday, June 28, 2011  Prepare yourself for what is sure to be an unstable future.

Monday, June 27, 2011  According to the Congressional Budget Office, social security is expected to run dry by 2037.  What will retirees do then?

Friday, June 24, 2011  So what other factors are determining the confidence of pre-retirees?  Marital status, household incomes, financial management skills, current retirement savings, and even college degrees have made a difference in how fearful baby boomers are about retiring.

Thursday, June 23, 2011  More than half of those polled – 57% - reported that they have lost money in a retirement plan, personal investments or real estate during the recent economic downturn.  Economic anxiety is taking its toll on the nest eggs of most baby boomers.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011  In this Money Matters series, we'll take a look at the findings from the poll and the different factors coming into play when it comes to planning for retirement.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011  Poll: More boomers say age isn't an issue at work; experience draws respect, satisfaction

Thursday, January 27, 2011  Waning economic recovery, surge in boomer retirements will drain Social Security fund by 2037

Monday, December 27, 2010  The first baby boomers get set to turn 65 with their retirement security in jeopardy.