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Opening a 401(k)? Make These Key Moves ASAP
Check these off your list for maximum investing success.

The One Social Security Trap I Refuse to Fall Into
This Motley Fool won't let herself make a huge mistake.

Will Lawmakers Save Social Security From Benefit Cuts?
There are different solutions on the table, but they all come with drawbacks.

Only 15% of Retirement Savers Have a Balance of $250,000 or More. Do You Need to Catch Up?
Whether that's a good balance or not depends on your age and retirement timeline.

Working in Retirement? Here's Why That's Great... and Why It's Really Not
Choosing to work during retirement is one thing. Having to is another.

Are You on Track to Reach the $4,194 Max Social Security Benefit?
Here's how to assess your odds of scoring the highest monthly payday.

Why I'm Seriously Thinking of Loading Up On Residential REITs Right Now
And why you may want to do the same.

Social Security Benefits Could Rise Almost 11% in 2023
That raise would far outpace 2022's boost.

Stocks Just Had Their Worst First Half-Year Run in 52 Years. Here's Why You Shouldn't Worry
It's easy to panic -- but please don't.

My Portfolio Is Down, but I'm Less Worried for This Reason
Owning this specific investment has helped keep me calm.

Social Security's Future Is Shaky, So Here's the Strategy I'm Employing
I refuse to let Social Security's financial woes impact my retirement.

These 401(k) Mistakes Could Leave You Cash-Strapped in Retirement
Be sure to avoid them at all costs.

Worried About Inflation? Look at Real Estate
Owning real estate could ease some of your fears.

Worried About a Recession? Owning These Stocks Could Ease Your Fears
Now may be a good time to load up on these stocks.

Is Social Security Doomed to Benefit Cuts?
Things may look bleak, but there's a big silver lining.

Only 16% of Retirement Savers Made This Essential Move in 2021
Did you miss the boat too?

Why I Love the Idea of a Partial Retirement
I'm a big fan of transitioning from one phase of life to another.

62 Is the Most Popular Social Security Filing Age. But Will That Change?
We could see an uptick in seniors who start signing up for benefits later.

Should You Claim Social Security Early Due to Benefit Cuts?
Here's how to navigate this important decision.

Can You Still Retire Next Year in Light of This Year's Stock Market Downturn?
Here's how to decide what to do.