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Chuck Saletta

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Chuck Saletta is a Motley Fool contributor. His investing style has been inspired by Benjamin Graham's Value Investing strategy.

Recent Articles by Chuck Saletta

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May 19, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

When Should You Start Social Security? 5 Things to Consider

Your lifetime Social Security retirement benefit is expected to be about the same no matter when you start collecting. Still, when you start collecting matters when viewed in the context of your end-to-end retirement plan.

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May 10, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Avoid These 3 Social Security Mistakes

Social Security plays a vital role in the retirement plans of millions of Americans. Staying away from these three mistakes can help you make sure it can do the same for you.

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May 3, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

9 Brand-Name Companies That Provide at Least a 5% 401(k) Match

These companies are near the head of the class when it comes to this lucrative employee benefit.

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Apr 24, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

This Pipeline Giant Could Offer Retirees Sustainable Income

Kinder Morgan has emerged far stronger than it was before its late 2015 dividend cut, and that provides an opportunity for investors.

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Apr 10, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Read This Before You Buy Dividend Stocks

Dividend stocks can be a great addition to your portfolio, but only if you know what to look for and what to avoid when selecting them.

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Apr 10, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

3 Stocks to Supplement Your Social Security Income

Companies with shareholder-friendly dividend policies and solid balance sheets deserve special consideration for a retiree's portfolio.

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Apr 4, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

3 Proven Ways to Increase Your Social Security

Your Social Security retirement benefit is based on a standardized formula. By changing just a few of the numbers that affect your benefit level, you can increase what you're able to take out of it in retirement.

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Mar 7, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

How to Retire Happily on Less Than $1 Million

With a little creative planning, you can enjoy your golden years even with a smaller nest egg.

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Mar 5, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Why More People Need to Put Money in IRAs

An individual retirement account is a great tool for building up a nest egg to provide you with the lifestyle you want in your golden years.

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Mar 3, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Why Long-Term Investors Should Prefer Dividends Over Buybacks

The benefits of dividends go far beyond simply the cash in your hand.

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Feb 25, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

In Your 50s? 3 Stocks You Should Consider Buying

These companies share characteristics that investors with somewhat shorter time horizons should appreciate: solid balance sheets, reasonable valuations, and track records of rewarding their shareholders.

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Feb 21, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

What Should You Buy in Your IRA?

There are a handful of potential investments that don't make sense in an IRA, but most stocks, bonds, and real estate investment trusts can be good fits.

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Feb 19, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

What If You Can't File Your Taxes By April 18?

The IRS offers you the opportunity to file for an automatic six-month extension if you can't get your paperwork in by April 18, but you still need to get at least 90% of your taxes paid by that time to stay in their good graces.

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Feb 16, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

So You Opened an IRA. Now What?

Opening an IRA is the first step down a path that can net you a substantial nest egg once you retire.

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Feb 13, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Retirement Planning: 3 Bold Predictions for 2017

You should still be able to keep your retirement plan on track, even if these predictions come to pass.

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Jan 28, 2020 by Chuck Saletta

1 Warren Buffett Trick That Can Make You Millions

The longer you let your money compound, the bigger it can grow.

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Jan 20, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

What Will the Average Retiree Get From Social Security in 2017?

The average retiree will receive enough from Social Security to keep ahead of the poverty level but not much beyond that.

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Jan 20, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Can You Cut $4,500 From Your 2017 Tax Bill?

By contributing to your traditional 401(k) plan, you can save on taxes today and build a nest egg for your future at the same time.

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Jan 4, 2017 by Chuck Saletta

Will Kinder Morgan Raise Its Dividend in 2017?

At this point, energy pipeline giant Kinder Morgan does not expect to boost its dividend in 2017, but it is setting itself up for a likely increase to the payout in 2018.

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Dec 27, 2016 by Chuck Saletta

My 3 Biggest Stock Holdings

Kinder Morgan, Prudential Financial, and Kroger are three very solid companies that have earned their slots among our household's top holdings.

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