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Sep 5, 2025 by Maurie Backman
The Average 401(k) Retirement Savings Balance for Americans 45 to 54 May Surprise You
The number may not be what you'd expect.
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Sep 5, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" Comes With Good News and Bad News for Seniors
Short-term gains may be followed by concerning long-term losses.
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Sep 5, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Planning to Claim Social Security at Age 70? Here's Why You May Not Get to Do That.
It's OK to develop a filing strategy, but make sure you have a backup plan.
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Sep 4, 2025 by Stefon Walters
Retirees Could See a Higher Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment in 2026 -- but There's a Catch
Any increase is welcomed, but it may not be what retirees expect.
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Sep 4, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Looking for Passive Retirement Income? Here Are 3 Options Worth Considering.
The more passive income you line up, the more financially secure your senior years might be.
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Sep 4, 2025 by Maurie Backman
3 Social Security Mistakes That Might Leave You Kicking Yourself
When it comes to this retirement program, the smart move is to get a handle on the details well before you file for benefits.
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Sep 3, 2025 by Stefon Walters
3 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2025
These latest changes should be on every retiree's or soon-to-be retiree's radar.
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Sep 3, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Americans Are Rethinking This Popular Social Security Claiming Age. Should You?
If you hope to maximize your checks, you may want to rethink this claiming age too.
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Sep 3, 2025 by Dana George
What Are Buffer Assets, and How Can They Help Preserve Wealth in Retirement?
While it may feel next to impossible to save even more money, buffer assets may allow you to preserve your wealth after you've retired. Here's how.
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Sep 3, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Want to Retire Early? Try This Instead.
There's an alternate route to take that may be beneficial.
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Sep 3, 2025 by Trevor Jennewine
Social Security's 2026 COLA: Retirees in These 10 States Will Get the Biggest Raise Next
Social Security benefits and cost-of-living adjustments for retired workers are indirectly influenced by state of residence.
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Sep 3, 2025 by Maurie Backman
September Is a Key Month for Social Security. Here's Why
Economic events this month could have a huge impact on Social Security recipients.
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Sep 2, 2025 by Maurie Backman
The 1 Retirement Savings Myth I Wish People Would Stop Believing
Far too many people are truly hurting themselves.
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Sep 2, 2025 by Selena Maranjian
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 65
It's not a lot, so plan for additional income.
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Sep 2, 2025 by Trevor Jennewine
Here's the Average Social Security Benefit for Retirees Aged 62 to 70
Retired workers can significantly raise their Social Security benefit by claiming at age 70 rather than age 62.
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Sep 2, 2025 by Maurie Backman
If I Could Give Retirees One Piece of Advice on Social Security, It Would Be This
It's advice everyone should take to heart.
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Sep 1, 2025 by Selena Maranjian
The 1 Thing Every Retiree (and Pre-Retiree) Needs to Know About Social Security in 2025
Even those far from retirement should know about this.
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Sep 1, 2025 by Stefon Walters
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 70
People approaching retirement should consider whether delaying benefits is worth the monthly increase.
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Sep 1, 2025 by James Brumley
Why Are So Many Social Security Recipients Cutting Back?
Past, present, and even future cost realities are forcing older Americans into making tough choices. Here's what you can do about it.
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Sep 1, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Unhappy With Your Medicare Plan? Here's Some Good News.
If your Medicare coverage is a letdown, you should soon have an opportunity to make changes.
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