Recent content from Chris Farrell
Do retirement warnings go too far?
People are creative about solving problems when income changes. And while experts recommend saving over $1 million, retirement also represents a change in lifestyle.
Chris Farrell: A fundamental change in interest rates is taking hold
For four decades, bond yields have been falling. But the fight against inflation is changing all that.
Chris Farrell: Amid the gloomy news, an old friend can revive your soul
When things look bad, take a look around for underappreciated opportunities.
Chris Farrell: As crypto inches to the mainstream, caution remains the watchword
Use money you can afford to lose, not retirement funds, to invest in cryptocurrencies, our columnist suggests.
Chris Farrell: Building a legacy is an essential project
Thinking about legacy involves acting on practicalities such as writing wills and health care directives.
Farrell: For college graduates, it's a time to explore life and make smart money moves
Stretch out school loans for the moment, save what you can and build the habit of generosity.
Chris Farrell: Even in a tight job market, late-career job seekers need an extra hand
The pandemic made workers of all ages rethink their goals and priorities, author Kerry Hannon writes.
Chris Farrell: It's too early to use retirement savings to speculate in cryptocurrency
Fidelity's decision to let 401(k) savers put some of their investment in bitcoin is highly risky, our columnist says.
Farrell: Should you worry about the prospect of low investment returns?
I'd like to take a step back from current market and economic turmoil to raise a longer-term financial concern that is getting increased attention.…
How much you spend in retirement may lessen with age
The 4% inflation-adjusted spending rule might be too conservative for near-retirees.