Sep 5, 2025 by Maurie BackmanThe Average 401(k) Retirement Savings Balance for Americans 45 to 54 May Surprise YouThe number may not be what you'd expect.
Sep 5, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFPPresident Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" Comes With Good News and Bad News for SeniorsShort-term gains may be followed by concerning long-term losses.
Sep 5, 2025 by Maurie BackmanPlanning 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.
Sep 4, 2025 by Stefon WaltersRetirees Could See a Higher Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment in 2026 -- but There's a CatchAny increase is welcomed, but it may not be what retirees expect.
Sep 4, 2025 by Maurie BackmanLooking 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.
Sep 4, 2025 by Maurie Backman3 Social Security Mistakes That Might Leave You Kicking YourselfWhen it comes to this retirement program, the smart move is to get a handle on the details well before you file for benefits.
Sep 3, 2025 by Stefon Walters3 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2025These latest changes should be on every retiree's or soon-to-be retiree's radar.
Sep 3, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFPAmericans 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.
Sep 3, 2025 by Dana GeorgeWhat 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.
Sep 3, 2025 by Maurie BackmanWant to Retire Early? Try This Instead.There's an alternate route to take that may be beneficial.
Sep 3, 2025 by Trevor JennewineSocial Security's 2026 COLA: Retirees in These 10 States Will Get the Biggest Raise NextSocial Security benefits and cost-of-living adjustments for retired workers are indirectly influenced by state of residence.
Sep 3, 2025 by Maurie BackmanSeptember Is a Key Month for Social Security. Here's WhyEconomic events this month could have a huge impact on Social Security recipients.
Sep 2, 2025 by Maurie BackmanThe 1 Retirement Savings Myth I Wish People Would Stop BelievingFar too many people are truly hurting themselves.
Sep 2, 2025 by Selena MaranjianThis Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 65It's not a lot, so plan for additional income.
Sep 2, 2025 by Trevor JennewineHere's the Average Social Security Benefit for Retirees Aged 62 to 70Retired workers can significantly raise their Social Security benefit by claiming at age 70 rather than age 62.
Sep 2, 2025 by Maurie BackmanIf I Could Give Retirees One Piece of Advice on Social Security, It Would Be ThisIt's advice everyone should take to heart.
Sep 1, 2025 by Selena MaranjianThe 1 Thing Every Retiree (and Pre-Retiree) Needs to Know About Social Security in 2025Even those far from retirement should know about this.
Sep 1, 2025 by Stefon WaltersThis Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 70People approaching retirement should consider whether delaying benefits is worth the monthly increase.
Sep 1, 2025 by James BrumleyWhy 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.
Sep 1, 2025 by Maurie BackmanUnhappy 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.