I was laid off in my 60s and can't find a job after 11 months. I wish I could retire, but I can't afford it.

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Robin Daniel
Robin Peppers Daniels pivoted to substitute teaching after Wells Fargo laid her off.

Robin Daniel

I talked to over 100 grandparents — they say their role is wildly different than they expected

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Many of America's grandparents are taking on more responsibilities, from caring for grandchildren full-time to providing more financial assistance.

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Dorenne Simonson didn't anticipate being a mother again — especially not at 66.

My parents had no retirement plans after selling their house. They now live in Airbnbs, and I'm worried about them.

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an older woman looking out a window
The author's mother and father (not pictured) are living out of Airbnbs.

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Laid off, priced out, and restless: Why 4 women over 50 retired abroad

Tech Insider : Business, Economy, Style
A woman smiles on a balcony of the Duomo di Milano in Milan.
Sheahan on a rooftop terrace of the Duomo di Milano in Milan.

Courtesy of Cindy Sheahan

I'm 83 and raised my grandchildren and great-grandchildren. I work part-time for extra money and hope to retire by 90.

Tech Insider : Economy, Business
Sue Miller
Sue Miller has raised children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Sue Miller

20 years ago, they were caring for loved ones. They're still struggling to financially recover.

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Jeff Mason
Jeff Mason works partly because of financial difficulties surrounding caregiving.

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Jeff Mason, 76, could get by if he didn't drive for Uber until 2 a.m., but money would be tight.

My mother says she plans to never retire because she loves what she does. I wish I could say the same about my career.

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Teddy Rainville pulling a hose from an oil truck
The author wishes he had a career that he loves.

Courtesy of Teddy Rainville

An NYC couple broke a golden rule of mortgage payments, and it helped them retire early

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Financially independent couple Josette Chang and Alexander Nathanson

Courtesy of Josette Chang and Alexander Nathanson

I'm an 85-year-old ghostwriter who's never been more in demand. I charge high prices, embrace my wrinkles, and live full out.

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Judy Katz.

Courtesy of Judy Katz

How relief for the 40 million Americans without a retirement account could work

Tech Insider : Economy, Politics, Business
Trump giving his State of the Union speech.
President Donald Trump unveiled a new retirement saving policy in his 2026 State of the Union speech.

Pool photo by Kenny Holston/The New York Times.

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