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May 23, 2026 by Sean Williams
A New Social Security Garnishment Is Coming, Courtesy of the Trump Administration -- and There Are 2 Perfectly Legal Ways You Can Avoid It
The clock starts ticking for an estimated 452,000 Social Security beneficiaries after July 1.
SS Mistake
May 23, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP®
The #1 Social Security Mistake Most People Make (And It Costs Them Thousands)
I'm a CFP. Here's the Most Common Social Security Mistake I See -- And How to Avoid It
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May 23, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Here's What Happens to Your Social Security Benefit if You Claim Midyear
There's a special earnings limit rule that could apply to you.
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May 23, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Why the 2.8% Social Security COLA Is Already Losing Ground to Inflation in 2026
There are a couple of reasons why this year's raise isn't doing much for retirees.
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May 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Claiming the New Senior Tax Deduction in 2026? Here's How That Will Affect Your Tax Bill
Sizable savings could be on the way.
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May 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Only $250,000 in Retirement Savings? Here's How to Make That Money Last
With this amount of savings, you need a solid financial plan.
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May 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
What to Do With Extra Cash After You've Maxed Out Your Retirement Accounts
You still have options for putting your money to good use.
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May 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Regret Signing Up for Social Security Early? Here's How You Can Still Boost Your Benefits.
Neither option is easy, but each one could give you much bigger benefits later.
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May 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Retiring in 2035? Here's What to Do With Your Savings Right Now.
With less than 10 years to go, now's the time to map out a game plan.
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May 22, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Why I'm Switching My Savings Strategy After Years of Maxing Out My 401(k)
I would've preferred to get the best of both worlds.
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May 22, 2026 by Stefon Walters
What Divorced Retirees Need to Know About Claiming Social Security in 2026
You may end up with a higher-than-expected monthly benefit.
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May 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
What the 2027 Social Security COLA Could Mean for Your Retirement Budget -- Early Estimates Are In
Though the number isn't set in stone, early data provides a clue.
Medicare form
May 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Medicare Beneficiaries Hoping for GLP-1 Coverage for Weight Loss Just Got Some Bad News
Don't expect your Part D plans to cover these drugs for weight loss anytime soon.
Serious person staring at laptop and writing note
May 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's the Tax Increase That Would Be Necessary to Avoid Social Security Benefit Cuts in Less Than a Decade
This could hurt Americans just as much as slashing benefits.
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May 21, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
A New Retirement Savings Option Is Coming. Here's Whether Trump's IRA Program Could Work for You
Many households may be able to collect up to $2,000 in matching contributions to their IRAs, but they'll need to have relatively low incomes.
retired couple cooking home food
May 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Retirees Face 3 Big Money Challenges in 2026 -- Here's How to Cope
It's important to keep these on your radar and know how to address them.
Couple looking at documents together
May 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's How Much Income You Can Have Before You Start Losing Your Social Security Benefits to Taxes
You definitely need to understand this if you're claiming Social Security checks in 2026.
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May 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
How Much Should You Reduce Retirement Spending During a Market Downturn?
It's important to be flexible, but within reason.
Person hiking on trail by a body of water
May 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Will the 2027 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Crack 4%? Here's What the Latest Projections Say.
An above-average COLA is almost certainly on the way, but we still don't know exactly how big it will be.
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May 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Signs You May Be Leaving Social Security Money on the Table
You don't want to shortchange yourself for no good reason.
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