Oct 3, 2025 by Maurie BackmanRelying on the 4% Rule in Retirement? In These Situations, You Shouldn'tIt's a strategy that's not guaranteed to work for you.
Oct 3, 2025 by Sean Williams1 Chart That Shows Why Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is in Big TroubleA key expense for most retirees threatens to gobble up some or all of their Social Security "raise" in the upcoming year.
Oct 2, 2025 by Matt Frankel, CFPHere's Exactly What the 2026 Social Security COLA Could Mean to the Average RetireeSocial Security is set to increase by more than it did last year. Here's what to expect.
Oct 2, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFPSocial Security Commissioner: "Everything's Being Considered" to Avoid a 24% Benefit CutWe don't know what it'll look like yet, but a Social Security shakeup is definitely on the way.
Oct 2, 2025 by Maurie BackmanThe 1 Retirement Expense You Risk Forgetting -- but Can't Afford ToYou don't want to throw your retirement numbers out of whack.
Oct 2, 2025 by Keith SpeightsUh Oh: Retirees Might Have to Wait Longer Than Expected to Find Out What Their 2026 Social Security COLA Will BeNormally, the 2026 Social Security COLA would be announced on Oct. 15. But the current situation is abnormal.
Oct 2, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFPHere's How Much Today's Wealthiest Social Security Beneficiaries Could Get in 2026It might be less than you expect.
Oct 2, 2025 by Trevor JennewineSocial Security's 2026 COLA News May Be Delayed. Here's What Retirees Need to Know.The federal government shutdown means Social Security's 2026 COLA may not be announced as soon as expected.
Oct 2, 2025 by Maurie BackmanThere's an Easy Way to Boost Your Social Security Checks -- but Can You Pull It Off?It's an option that may not be on the table for everyone.
Oct 1, 2025 by Christy BieberThe Work Decisions You're Making Now Could Affect Your Social Security LaterIf you're working, you could be reducing your Social Security benefit without even realizing it.
Oct 1, 2025 by Maurie BackmanHave You Read Your Medicare Plan's Notice of Change? Here's Why You ShouldIt's a document you can't afford to forget about.
Oct 1, 2025 by Trevor JennewineSocial Security Benefits Get a COLA in 2026. Here's the Best and Worst Scenario for Retirees.Even in the best-case scenario, retired workers may be disappointed with Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Oct 1, 2025 by Maurie BackmanWe're Only 15 Days Away From the Biggest Social Security Announcement of the YearBe on the lookout for big news.
Sep 30, 2025 by Dana George3 of the Biggest Financial Surprises in RetirementFailing to plan for financial surprises in retirement can upend your budget. Here are three of the most common (not-so-great) surprises.
Sep 30, 2025 by Dana GeorgePros and Cons of Moving to a Retirement CommunityLife doesn't stop at retirement, and neither should you. Consider the pros and cons of relocating to a retirement community.
Sep 30, 2025 by Dana GeorgeThinking of Retiring Abroad? Here Are the Top 5 Countries in the WorldAn estimated 1,285 American citizens moved from the U.S. to another country between January and March of 2025.
Sep 30, 2025 by Stefon WaltersHow Much Is the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) if You Have $500,000 in Your Retirement Accounts?Retirees should be prepared to withdraw at least $18,000.
Sep 30, 2025 by Adam Levy2026 Social Security COLA Countdown: Here's Exactly When We'll Get the Number and How Much Retirees Can Expect.We're just weeks away, and the range of possibilities is narrowing.
Sep 30, 2025 by Maurie BackmanRoth IRAs Are Fantastic -- but Here's When You May Want to Skip OneDespite the many perks they offer, Roth IRAs aren't for everyone.
Sep 30, 2025 by James BrumleyWhich 5 Questions Should You Ask Before Retiring in a Bear Market?Making a smart plan that works for you starts with getting clear answers to tough questions.