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Jun 21, 2026 by Keith Speights
Social Security COLA Estimates for 2027 Are Getting a "Trump Bump": Here's How Much Extra You Could Receive
The president may not have wanted to raise Social Security benefits, but that's what appears to be on the way.
President Donald Trump Sign Bill Oval Office WH Photo Daniel Torok
Jun 21, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security Benefit Cuts Are Only 6 Years Away, Thanks in Part to President Donald Trump
Several of Donald Trump's policies threaten to accelerate the timeline for sweeping Social Security benefit cuts.
Million
Jun 21, 2026 by Dana George
Here's How Long $1 Million Will Last in Retirement
There is no one-size-fits-all amount a person should save for retirement. However, properly managed, here's how long $1 million can last.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Are Your Investments Losing Money? This Is Often Your Best Move
It's simultaneously the easiest and most difficult thing you can do.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Social Security's Trustees Are Sounding an Alarm, and We All Need to Listen
Someone's going to pay to fix Social Security, and the cost is rising all the time.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Forget Your 401(k) Balance. Here's the Number That Really Matters.
It's important to look beyond the number you see on your screen.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Taking Your First RMD in 2026? Here's Why You Should Start It Now
You could wait, but that decision may come back to bite you.
Retire
Jun 20, 2026 by Dana George
Is $500,000 Enough to Retire at 67?
Here's a look at what it takes to retire on half a million dollars at full retirement age.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Social Security Is Getting a 2027 COLA, but Your Checks Might Stay the Same. Here's Why.
It's not common, but if it applies to you, you'll definitely want to know in advance.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Justin Pope
3 Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor Before You Retire in 2027
These are the bases you need to cover before that last paycheck arrives.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
A Surprising Retirement Withdrawal Strategy Could Leave You With More Money Later
It's an approach worth taking.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
How Much Annuity Income Can You Buy with $100,000?
How does some guaranteed income for the rest of your life sound?
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Jun 20, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's 2027 COLA Is on Track to Be Historic Due to Trumpflation -- but There's a Steep Price to Pay for a Larger Benefit
The cost of President Donald Trump's policies threatens to speed up the timeline to sweeping Social Security benefit cuts.
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Jun 20, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Here's How Much More You'd Receive by Waiting Until 70 to Claim Social Security
Is the increased benefit worth the many months of waiting?
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Jun 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
2032 Could Mark a Major Milestone for Social Security
It's not necessarily a good milestone.
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Jun 19, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
How to Tell If Your 401(k) Is Invested Right for Your Retirement Timeline
The big story in investing is almost always the balance between risk and reward.
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Jun 19, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The 2027 Social Security COLA Announcement Is Just 4 Months Away. Here's Where Things Stand.
It's not locked in yet, but a big benefit boost looks likely.
Social Security check and card
Jun 19, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
You're Too Worried About a Potential 22% Social Security Benefit Cut. You Should Be More Worried About This
Your benefits may not drop, but you could pay in other ways.
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Jun 19, 2026 by Maurie Backman
4 Financial Planning Steps to Take Before Medicare Open Enrollment Starts in October
Even though open enrollment is months away, it pays to get the ball rolling.
Confused person using cell phone
Jun 19, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Did Your Social Security Benefits Suddenly Shrink? This Could Be the Reason Why
It could be a while before you see this money again.
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