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Aug 10, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Here's 1 Good Reason Not to Do a Roth Conversion Ahead of Retirement
It's a move that makes sense for a lot of people, but it may not be optimal for you.
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Aug 10, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
4 Social Security Shifts Headed Your Way in 2027 That Retirees Should Know About
The COLA isn't the only change coming next year.
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Aug 10, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Think a Bigger Social Security COLA in 2027 Is a Lock? Here's the Truth.
Though current estimates suggest next year's raise will be larger, seniors shouldn't bank on that.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
There Are Good Reasons to Avoid Annuities, but You Might Want to Buy One Anyway.
One benefit of many annuities is greater peace of mind regarding your future financial security.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Big Mistakes IRA Savers Make -- and How to Fix Them
Any of these could derail your efforts.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Social Security Benefits Have Lost 14% of Their Buying Power Since 2016. Will the 2027 COLA Reverse That Trend?
There's good news and bad news.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Between 60 and 63? Here's How You Can Maximize 401(k) Contributions With a New Rule.
You have a prime opportunity to give your savings a last-minute boost.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Age 35-44? Here's the Average Retirement Savings for People Your Age.
Regardless of where you currently stand, there's still time ahead to get on track.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
How to Use Year-End Gifting to Reduce Your Taxable Estate Before 2026 Ends
If you are lucky enough to have a large estate and money you don't expect to need, here's how you can start reducing your taxable estate early.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
Should You Stop Saving for Retirement?
If you've been saving and investing diligently, you may be able to stop -- or at least slow down.
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Aug 9, 2026 by James Brumley
4 Secrets of IRA Millionaires
A handful of investors have grown their individual retirement accounts, or IRAs, to seven-figure stashes.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Trevor Jennewine
3 Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rule Changes You Need to Know in 2026
Retirees with tax-deferred retirement accounts should understand how required minimum distributions (RMDs) work.
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Aug 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Could Be the Most Easily Confused Social Security Spousal Benefit Rule -- and It Could Cost You
Spousal benefits aren't the same as regular benefits, and it's important to know the difference.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Here's the Best Way to Make the 4% Rule Work for You in Retirement
With the right approach, you may find that it's a great way to manage your money.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
This Group of Seniors Could See a Nearly $200 Monthly Social Security Benefit Increase in 2027
An above-average COLA could really pay off for these beneficiaries.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Retiring in 2030? 3 Critical Moves to Make First
Tackle these in the next few years to retire with more confidence.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The Surprising Way Taking a Job in Retirement Could Cost You Social Security Benefits
This little-known rule could catch you seriously off guard if you're not familiar with it.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Sean Williams
The Timeline to Sweeping Social Security Benefits Cuts Is Likely Being Accelerated by 3 of President Donald Trump's Policies
Social Security's "Trump bump" and the president's flagship "Big, Beautiful Bill" are doing a number on America's leading retirement program.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Claiming Social Security Early? 3 "Gotchas" to Look Out For
It's not just smaller benefits you have to think about.
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Aug 8, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
If You've Saved This Much for Retirement by Age 70, You're Ahead of the Game
If you are targeting the highest Social Security payout, you'll wait until 70 to start collecting.
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