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Aug 31, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
50 or Older? Forgetting About This 2026 401(k) Rule Change Could Cost You Big-Time.
There are serious tax consequences for getting this wrong.
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Aug 31, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Shaping Up to Be the Largest Since 2023. Here's What That Means for You.
A big benefit increase is likely on the way, but it may not go as far as you expect.
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Aug 31, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security at 62 Isn't Always a Disaster. Here's When It Could Work Out.
Filing for benefits as early as possible isn't always a mistake.
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Aug 30, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Facing RMDs in Retirement? 2 Key Moves to Reduce Your Financial Stress.
With good planning, those mandatory withdrawals don't have to be a source of worry.
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Aug 30, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
The Retirement Risk Most Investors Overlook Could Leave You With Too Much
If you think you can never save too much money, you may have fallen into a retirement trap.
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Aug 30, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Social Security Rules Too Many Retirees Don't Know About
Be sure to keep these on your radar.
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Aug 30, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's Trump Bump-Led 2027 COLA Is Set to Make History 3 Different Ways
Donald Trump’s policies are boosting consumer prices, which means an outsize Social Security raise is likely on the way.
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Aug 30, 2026 by Maurie Backman
If You Haven't Done This Calculation, You're Not Ready to Claim Social Security
Don't file for benefits before knowing this key information.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's the Maximum Social Security Increase You Could Get From a 3.6% 2027 COLA
Only a lucky few will see their checks increase this much.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Struggling to Cover Your Costs in Retirement? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself.
There may be ways to boost your income or shed expenses.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's How Much You Should Have Saved for Retirement by Age 67, According to 1 Popular Rule
Having a clear target to aim for is the first step on the road to retirement readiness.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The Surprising Way Working After Your Full Retirement Age (FRA) Could Cost You Social Security Benefits
This hidden cost doesn't have to catch you off guard.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Claiming Social Security at 62 Could Be a Dangerous Move for Retirees in This Situation
It's a decision that could end up hurting the person you love most.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
These 2 Expenses Might Eat Up More of Your 2027 Social Security COLA Than Expected
Don't forget to factor these things in when preparing next year's budget.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Do You Need $1 Million for a Comfortable Retirement? Here's the Truth.
While it's a nice number to aim for, don't assume you're doomed if you don't reach it.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The Critical Social Security Decision You May Have to Make After Your Spouse Dies
This will have a huge effect on your future financial security.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's Supercharged, Trump Bump-Driven 2027 COLA May Hasten the Timeline to Sweeping Benefit Cuts
Outsize Social Security raises come with potentially serious consequences for America’s leading retirement program.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Dana George
Medicare to Pay Insurers $13 Billion More for Advantage Plans in 2027 -- Will Your Coverage Actually Improve?
While you'll have to wait until October, here's how to find out whether any of those funds are being passed down to you.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
What Will the 2027 Social Security COLA Be? History Says It Won't Be Huge.
Estimates vary, and the ultimate increase will probably be lower than it should be.
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Aug 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's Falling 2027 COLA Estimate Has a Silver Lining Retirees Should Know About
You may not love the fact that the number has been going down, but there's a reason for it.
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