Medicare and HSAs don’t mix — what near-retirees need to know

Dear Ms. MoneyPeace, I am retiring this year and trying to understand Medicare. At this point I am covered fully by a company plan. I turned 65 last fall and plan to retire in August or September.  Wh...

Retirees struggling to stay afloat: How to keep health and economic issues from draining your savings

Dorri Olds, a 61-year-old freelance writer and graphic designer, says she has spent nearly all her savings to refurbish her New York City apartment. In an emergency, she says she would sell it and con...

Opinion: Your HSA can be an extra retirement savings — how to make smart choices during open enrollment

It’s open enrollment season, which means it’s time for most workers to choose benefits for the year ahead. Health insurance is one of the most popular benefits that workers review yearly, but there is...