When more families cross into the upper middle class, that's a success. Don't let politicians sabotage upward mobility.

Moving up the financial ladder doesn’t always look the way people expect. According to a 2024 Gallup Poll, 54% of Americans self-identify as middle class. Going from middle class to upper middle class ...

It can be difficult to accurately predict exactly how much money you’re going to need for retirement, even if you use a retirement calculator with the help of a financial planner. Most people have to ...

Many middle-class retirees assume that claiming Social Security early won't matter much. Here's why that belief backfires and ...

When you reach your 50s, it’s natural to start thinking about your financial status and how yours compares to other people the same age. The Brookings Institution defines the middle class as making up ...

To be considered upper middle class in today’s economy, a study based on 2023 Census Bureau data argues you must have a median salary between $117K and $150K. Of course, income not only varies widely ...

For America's middle class, retiring abroad can turn a modest nest egg into a lifestyle that feels closer to luxury, as long as safety and costs are carefully balanced. Recent reporting on where ...

SACRAMENTO — A former state legislative leader says fellow Democrats in Sacramento have long ignored the housing needs of middle-class Californians. And he has a plan to help them buy a new home.