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Christy Bieber

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Former college teacher. Textbook contributor. Personal finance writer. Passionate advocate of smart money moves to achieve financial success.

Recent Articles by Christy Bieber

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May 19, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Troubling News From Social Security's Trustees Means a Big COLA Problem Probably Won't Be Fixed Anytime Soon

Social Security's COLA isn't keeping pace with inflation. But with the trust fund already in danger of running out of money in 2035, a fix to the COLA problem most likely isn't coming.

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May 18, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Reasons Not to Panic About Social Security Running Out of Money, Even Though Trustees Say It Will Happen

The most recent Social Security Trustees Report indicates that the trust fund could run short in 2035 and necessitate a cut to benefits. But retirees shouldn't panic over this, as benefits will keep being paid and Congress is unlikely to allow a cut to happen.

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May 17, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Are Retirees Ready for a 21% Cut to Social Security Benefits? Here's Exactly When It Could Happen.

Social Security benefits may not continue at their present level. Learn when and why a cut could happen and what it means for seniors.

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May 16, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Social Security Retirees Just Got Some Good News About Future Benefit Cuts

Social Security's latest Trustee Report shows benefit cuts could be smaller and could happen later than anticipated. Learn more here.

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May 11, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Things Retirees Need to Know Today About Their 2025 Social Security COLA

Retirees are on track for a solid raise in 2025.

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May 10, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Are Retirees on Track for a Pleasant Surprise When It Comes to Their 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment? The Answer May Not Be What You Think

Retirees may be surprised at how big their cost-of-living adjustment is. But is a larger-than-anticipated benefits increase really a good thing?

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May 9, 2024 by Christy Bieber

After the 2025 COLA Takes Effect, Here's How Much the Average Benefit Could Go Up at 62, 67, and 70

The Social Security COLA is projected to be 2.6% for 2025. See how this could change the average Social Security benefit.

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May 9, 2024 by Christy Bieber

The 2025 COLA Could Be 86% Higher Than Original Estimates. Here's What That Means for You.

Original estimates for the Social Security COLA were 1.4%, but now they're up to 2.6%. Here's the reason for the big increase.

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Apr 29, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Dave Ramsey's Risky Plan For Social Security Is Unrealistic for Most Retirees. Here's Why

Dave Ramsey says you can take Social Security at 62 if you invest all of it. But most people can't do this, and many who can probably shouldn't.

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Apr 28, 2024 by Christy Bieber

50% of Those on Social Security Face Losses Averaging Over $3,000 Because of This Problematic Rule

Those on Social Security are losing thousands because of laws passed in 1983 and 1993. Here's why.

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Apr 27, 2024 by Christy Bieber

High Earner? Here's Exactly How Much Extra You Can Expect From Social Security if You Delay Your Claim

If you delay a Social Security claim, you can get more income each month-- and often more income for life. Find out just how much extra may be available to you.

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Apr 27, 2024 by Christy Bieber

This Type of ETF Endorsed by Warren Buffett Is as Close to a Sure Thing as You Can Get

Buffett believes the best investment for most people is an S&P 500 index fund, and to prove it, his Berkshire Hathaway owns such funds itself.

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Apr 26, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Some Retirees Will Get a $4,873 Check This Month From Social Security. Here's Why.

A small number of retirees get a very large benefit because they paid a lot of money into the Social Security system.

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Apr 25, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Social Security's 2025 COLA Is on Track to Do Something It Hasn't Done For 15 Years

The Social Security COLA could be above 2% for the fourth year running -- which hasn't happened for a very long time.

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Apr 24, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Seniors Are Now on Track for a Higher Social Security Raise in 2025. Here's Why That's Bad News.

Experts now believe Social Security is headed for a 2.6% COLA in 2025, which is bigger than expected, but retirees shouldn't just excited.

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Apr 19, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Are You Prepared for This $413,000 Retirement Expense? You Need to Be.

You could face huge healthcare expenses as a retiree that could drain your savings if you aren't ready for them. Learn more here.

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Apr 19, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Disappointed With the Amount of Your Social Security Benefit? Here's What to Do.

There are options to increase your benefit, or cut your cost of living, if you end up disappointed with what Social Security can do for you.

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Apr 19, 2024 by Christy Bieber

These Weird Social Security Rules Could Affect Your Monthly Benefit

Social Security has some unusual rules you need to know about that will impact the income that comes from the benefits program.

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Apr 17, 2024 by Christy Bieber

This ETF Could Make You a Millionaire With No Investing Knowledge at All

Not everyone knows how to invest. And you don't need to in order to become rich if you just buy this ETF instead.

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Apr 17, 2024 by Christy Bieber

How Big Would Your Social Security Benefit Be If You Earned $1 Million a Year?

Earning a huge salary doesn't mean you're necessarily going to get a gigantic Social Security benefit. Find out why monthly retirement checks may not be that high for millionaires.

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