Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Vernon, FSA, helps retirees make their money last for life. If you’re contemplating early retirement before Medicare ...

Retiring before 65 is often fantastic news with one big caveat: your employer health coverage goes away, and there's a gap to fill before Medicare begins. That gap can get expensive fast, especially ...

You’ve worked hard and saved smart over the years, and you’ve earned yourself an early retirement. Maybe you want to retreat to a warmer climate. Maybe you want to travel more while you’re still able.

Michael Evans writes about insurance and other finance topics for Investopedia. An insurance industry veteran, he has covered personal finance for more than 20 years for publications including ...