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‘I’ll retire when I’m dead’: My 401(k) lost $50,000 in the market turmoil. I’m in my early 40s. What should I do now?

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I’m 69 and only have $121,000 in my 401(k). How can I repair the damage of the past?

I’m 63 and planning to retire. I watched in horror as the markets tanked. Will I have enough to get me to my 90s?

‘I’m deeply disturbed’: My portfolio lost 20%. With Trump’s trade war, do I sell my stocks and buy gold?

‘Is it finally time to freak out?’ I’m in my 50s and worried about the $650K in my 401(k).

My boyfriend wants us to move in together – but I need my independence and his dog won’t let us have sex

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