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The Motley Fool's most recent retirement and social security news coverage.

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Nov 6, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP
It's Official -- Here Are the 2025 IRA and 401(k) Limits
The IRS recently released the inflation-adjusted limits -- here's the new info for retirement savers.
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Nov 6, 2024 by Justin Pope
I Want to Be a 401(k) Millionaire by Retirement. Here's How I'm Planning to Get There
Here is the roadmap to join nearly a half-million 401(k) millionaires.
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Nov 6, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
Get Pumped: 2025 Roth IRA Income Limits Are Rising
Thanks to higher income limits in 2025, you might now qualify to make direct contributions to a Roth IRA.
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Nov 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Saving for Retirement? How to Factor In Your Social Security Benefits
It's important to know what to expect from Social Security, and there's a fairly easy way to find out.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
1 Retirement Savings Hack That Has Created Many Millionaires, and Will Continue to Make More
Becoming a millionaire is very possible for many of us -- especially if we use tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Stefon Walters
This Was the Average Social Security Benefit in 2004, and Here's What It Is Now
The average benefit has jumped significantly, but it still may not be enough to be your only retirement income source.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
The 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2025 Are Bigger Than Ever
In 2025, you'll have the opportunity to sock away even more money in your 401(k) thanks to higher contribution limits.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Stefon Walters
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 55 to 64
Want to know how your 401(k) balance stacks up against your peers'? Let's take a look.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Coming Out of Retirement? 3 Hidden Costs You Might Encounter.
Make sure you're prepared if you're thinking of going back to work.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Mistakes Retirees Make All Too Often
Don't fall into the same trap.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
Statistics Say: This Is the Best Age to Claim Social Security
Spoiler: The best age is 70. But it's not the best age for everyone.
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Nov 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Will Retirees on Social Security Do Better Financially in 2025 Once Their 2.5% COLA Takes Effect? Here's What History Says
If we look at the data, there's a clear answer.
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Nov 4, 2024 by Katie Brockman
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 66
Delaying benefits could earn you more than you might think each month.
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Nov 4, 2024 by Katie Brockman
1 No-Brainer Retirement Savings Move That You'll Thank Yourself for Later
This powerful strategy can supercharge your savings.
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Nov 4, 2024 by Stefon Walters
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 62
Claiming Social Security benefits at 62 can greatly reduce your monthly payout.
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Nov 4, 2024 by Adam Levy
Prepare Now: 3 Crucial Social Security Updates Effective January 2025
These annual changes could surprise both retirees and workers.
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Nov 4, 2024 by Maurie Backman
I Used to Think 62 Was a Terrible Age to Claim Social Security. Here's Why I Was Wrong.
I'm not too proud to admit that I've had a change of heart.
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Nov 3, 2024 by Stefon Walters
Here's the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit at Ages 62, 67, and 70 in 2025
People hoping to receive the maximum Social Security benefit need to pay close attention to the yearly wage base limits.
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Nov 3, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Social Security Benefits Get a 2.5% COLA in 2025. Will 2026's COLA Be Higher or Lower?
Next year's Social Security raise is already a disappointment. But things could get even worse in 2026.
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Nov 3, 2024 by Stefon Walters
Here Are Two Major Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know Heading Into 2025
The following changes will affect monthly benefits as well as Social Security payroll taxes.
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