Baby boomers were hit hardest by inflation last year. Here's what they buy compared to younger Americans.

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Americans over age 65 had a higher inflation rate in 2023 than younger groups, based on the types of things they tended to buy.

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After losing her job, a boomer is 'walking a tightrope' between retiring early and searching for work

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Tired of Chicago winters, this Gen Xer retired at 46 and moved to Bangkok. It cut his monthly spending by half.

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Chris loved his hometown of Chicago but wanted a hard reset.

Chris

When to quit working, take Social Security, and focus on yourself: Older Americans share their regrets about navigating retirement.

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Dozens of older Americans told Business Insider their biggest regrets about their finances in retirement.

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A baby boomer living on $1,470 monthly in Social Security returned to work to support her children and grandchildren: 'I try to help as much as I can'

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Pamela Shields, 67, works part-time jobs to supplement her Social Security income.

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1,200 readers told us what they regret about investing for retirement

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About 1,200 Americans told Business Insider what they wish they'd done differently when saving for retirement.

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I changed my retirement plans at 57. Now, I travel full time in an RV with my wife and live off of investments.

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A boomer who retired with a $2 million net worth despite working modest jobs shares his advice on retiring comfortably

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Richard (not pictured) said he and his wife retired on over $2 million in assets despite some costly investment mistakes.

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Trump's plan for Social Security would help baby boomers in the short term and cut benefits for anyone younger

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Medicare coverage will change in 2025. Some boomers are already struggling to keep up with their medical bills.

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Older Americans can now choose their 2025 Medicare plan. Some are already struggling to pay bills.

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