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Kailey Hagen, CFP®

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Kailey is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional and has been writing about retirement and personal finance since 2013. She holds a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Recent Articles by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

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Nov 23, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Thinking About Claiming Social Security at 62? 4 Ways That Might Cost You

More checks doesn't always mean more money.

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Nov 23, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

You Could Pay No More Than $11.20 for Each Prescription in 2024 if You Qualify for This Program

Savings could be one application form away.

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Nov 22, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

The Deceptively Simple Way to Cost Yourself Social Security Benefits -- and How to Avoid It

This mistake could cost you tens of thousands of dollars.

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Nov 21, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

3 Costly Social Security Mistakes You Can't Come Back From -- and 1 You May Be Able to Undo

These mistakes are all too common.

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Nov 20, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Retiring in 2024? 5 Things to Do Right Now

You're almost there. Time for a last-minute financial checkup.

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Nov 19, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Is Now a Good Time for a Roth IRA Conversion?

Time's running out to do it in 2023.

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Nov 19, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Here's What Happens When You Overcontribute to Your Retirement Account

Waiting to sort this out will only make things worse.

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Nov 18, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Here's How Much Supplemental Security Income Is Rising in 2024

Social Security's not the only benefit getting a boost next year.

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Nov 18, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Spousal Social Security Benefits: 3 Things All Married Couples Should Know

These common benefits are seriously misunderstood.

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Nov 17, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

5 Lesser-Known Social Security Rules You Should Be Aware Of

These things could have a huge effect on your monthly checks.

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Nov 16, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

5 Huge Retirement Account Changes Coming in 2024

There are some absolute game-changers here.

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Nov 14, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

The 2024 Social Security COLA Is Above Average, but It's Still Not Enough for Many

One small change could put a lot more money in seniors' pockets.

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Nov 14, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Here's How Much You Can Save in a 401(k) and IRA in 2024

It's time to start planning your retirement savings strategy for next year.

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Nov 12, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

On a Tight Budget? This 2024 Retirement Account Rule Change Could Be Game-Changer

This could really help you in a financial emergency.

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Nov 11, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

5 Changes to Social Security You Probably Didn't Know

We're just a few weeks away from some really big changes.

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Nov 7, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Here's How Much Seniors Will Pay for Medicare in 2024

Yes, seniors' costs for these health insurance programs are going up again next year.

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Nov 6, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

4 Surprising Things Original Medicare Doesn't Cover -- and What You Can Do About It

You only have a month left to fill in the gaps in your health insurance coverage for 2024.

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Nov 3, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Paying Your Student Loans Could Help Your Retirement Readiness in 2024 Thanks to This Policy

If you have student loan debt, you definitely need to read this.

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Nov 2, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Here's How Much the Maximum Social Security Benefit Is Going Up in 2024

If you thought 2023's $4,555 max was good, wait until you hear this.

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Nov 1, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

3 Ways Medicare Recipients Can Save Big on Prescription Drug Costs in 2024

Help is out there if you know where to find it.

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