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Mar 29, 2025 by Maurie Backman

Turning 65 in 2025? 2 Important Things You Need to Know

Mar 29, 2025 by James Brumley

This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 45 to 54

In this age range, your retirement is in sight on the horizon, but it's not too late to change your financial course for the better.

Mar 29, 2025 by Keith Speights

5 Social Security Changes President Trump's Team Has Enacted So Far. How Might They Impact You?

Mar 29, 2025 by Dana George

The Latest on What President Trump Is Saying About Medicaid

Mar 29, 2025 by Justin Pope

Here's How Much You'd Need to Put in Your IRA to Save $1,273,603 in 30 Years

The statistics show that most Americans aren't saving nearly enough for retirement.

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Mar 29, 2025 by Maurie Backman

3 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire on Just Social Security

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Mar 29, 2025 by Sean Williams

Is President Donald Trump Coming for Your Social Security Check?

The answer is crystal clear.

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Mar 28, 2025 by James Brumley

Avoid These 5 Common Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Mistakes

A little confusion over something that's seemingly simple can end up taking a costly toll when not handled properly.

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Mar 28, 2025 by Selena Maranjian

5 Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rule Changes That Happened for This Year

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Mar 28, 2025 by Maurie Backman

2 Surprising Ways You Can Get More Social Security After You've Claimed Benefits

Mar 28, 2025 by Matt Frankel, CFP

2 Big Social Security Changes Coming on March 31

The SSA is making a couple of changes seniors should be aware of.

Mar 28, 2025 by Bram Berkowitz

The No. 1 Reason to Claim Social Security at Age 62

Mar 28, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

President Trump's Agenda Could Deal 3 Big Blows to Social Security

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Mar 27, 2025 by Maurie Backman

3 Things You Need to Know About HSAs in 2025

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Mar 27, 2025 by Maurie Backman

Social Security Spousal Benefits: One Misconception That Could Trip You Up

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Mar 26, 2025 by Maurie Backman

Retiring in a Year? 3 Moves to Make Now.

Mar 26, 2025 by Keith Speights

Will the Next Social Security COLA Be Higher Than This Year's Increase? The Fed Just Gave a Big Clue.

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Mar 26, 2025 by Adam Levy

3 Overlooked Triggers That May Slash Your Social Security Checks

These tiny details in the Social Security rules could result in an unpleasant surprise.

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