<p>In most cases, it's not a good idea. But there are some situations when it's okay to dip into your retirement savings before it's time. Plus, how to vet a charity and the correct spelling of "promissory."</p>

In most cases, it's not a good idea. But there are some situations when it's okay to dip into your retirement savings before it's time. Plus, how to vet a charity and the correct spelling of "promissory."

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