Retirement News

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Articles — Page 186

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Jan 4, 2025 by Katie Brockman

If I Could Tell All Retirees 1 Thing About Social Security, I'd Say to Do This Before You Claim Benefits

Jan 4, 2025 by Bram Berkowitz

Worried About Social Security? Here Are 3 More Sources of Retirement Income in 2025

Social Security might not pay as much money as you think, so it's a good idea to start planning ahead for retirement.

Jan 4, 2025 by Sean Williams

President-Elect Donald Trump's Tax Cut Proposals Come With Unforeseen Consequences for Social Security

What's popular isn't always what's practical for Social Security.

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Jan 3, 2025 by Selena Maranjian

This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 62

Jan 3, 2025 by Justin Pope

Building Your Retirement Savings? 1 Easy Trick to Help You Grow Your Wealth Exponentially

The typical American retires with only about a quarter of the money they'd need for the retirement they'd prefer.

Jan 3, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

Forgot to Make a 2024 IRA Contribution? You Still Have Time.

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Jan 3, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

3 Ways to Use Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Strategically in Retirement

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Jan 2, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

It's Getting Harder and Harder to Hide from Social Security Benefit Taxes. How to Prepare If You'll Owe Them in 2025.

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Jan 2, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

3 401(k) Moves That Could Maximize Your Retirement Savings Growth in 2025

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Jan 2, 2025 by Katie Brockman

This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 55 to 64

Jan 1, 2025 by Charlene Rhinehart

Biggest Social Security Changes Taking Effect in 2025

Jan 1, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

5 2025 Social Security Rules That Take Effect Today

Jan 1, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP

Turning 62 in 2025? 3 Things to Know Before Applying for Social Security

Jan 1, 2025 by Bram Berkowitz

What Is a Social Security COLA and How Can It Affect Your Retirement Plan in 2025?

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Jan 1, 2025 by Sean Williams

6 Social Security Changes That Take Effect Today

A half-dozen changes, concerning everything from Social Security checks to the payroll tax select workers will owe, are now in effect.

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Dec 31, 2024 by Selena Maranjian

Suze Orman Says a $2 Million Retirement Nest Egg Is Chump Change. Is She Right?

She offers some surprising predictions about artificial intelligence, too.

Dec 31, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP