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Retirement News

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

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Oct 18, 2024 by Keith Speights
Why There's Bad News for Millions of Americans in Social Security's 2025 COLA Update
This bad news isn't for retirees.
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Oct 18, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Unhappy With Your 2025 Social Security COLA? 3 Steps to Take so It Doesn't Hurt Your Retirement Finances.
Next year's raise isn't exactly generous, but that doesn't mean your finances are doomed.
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Oct 18, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Why Unused 529 Plan Funds Might No Longer Be a Concern With This Rule
Excess 529 plan contributions can now take on a whole new purpose besides education costs that could prove even more valuable to the beneficiary.
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Oct 17, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This 2025 Medicare Change Could Be a Lifesaver for Those on Prescription Drugs
This could help those who routinely take medications save a ton of money next year.
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Oct 17, 2024 by Katie Brockman
This Social Security Move Takes Just Minutes but Could Transform Your Retirement
Some of the most powerful strategies take little to no effort.
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Oct 17, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Open Enrollment Is Here: 3 Signs It's Time to Change Your Medicare Advantage Plan
There's no need to stick with a plan that isn't meeting your needs to the fullest.
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Oct 17, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Social Security's 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is a Bit of a Downer. But There's a Silver Lining for Some Early Claimers.
Claiming early has its drawbacks, but one of them is about to get a little easier to manage next year.
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Oct 17, 2024 by Maurie Backman
This Social Security Change Will Deal Higher Earners a Blow in 2025
If you earn a large paycheck, you may not be happy about this news.
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Oct 16, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Social Security Benefits Get a 2.5% COLA in 2025. Here's Why You May Not Get to Keep It All.
Don't start counting that extra money just yet.
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Oct 16, 2024 by Katie Brockman
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit at Every Age From 62 to 70
The average benefit varies widely by age, and research shows some filing ages are better than others.
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Oct 16, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Is a Living Trust Really the Best Way to Pass an Inheritance to Your Family?
It's an option worth looking into, but it may not be ideal for you.
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Oct 16, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP
4 Situations Where It Makes Perfect Sense to Claim Social Security Early
Your Social Security benefit will be reduced, but in some cases it can still make sense to start collecting benefits early.
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Oct 16, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
Social Security's 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Comes With Bad News and Worse News for Retirees
Retired workers on Social Security will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment in 2025.
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Oct 16, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Here Are the 2025 Social Security Earnings-Test Limits
Be mindful of these numbers if you plan to work and collect Social Security at the same time.
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Oct 15, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Social Security Spousal Benefits: Here's How Much the Average Check Will Go Up in 2025
If you're married or divorced, you may be getting a Social Security raise next year.
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Oct 15, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP
Here's the Maximum Social Security Tax You Could Have to Pay in 2025
The Social Security Administration announced a hefty increase to the taxable maximum for next year.
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Oct 15, 2024 by Maurie Backman
2 Reasons Not to Invest Like Warren Buffett for Retirement -- Even Buffett Agrees
You might admire him, but you don't need to follow his lead.
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Oct 15, 2024 by Adam Levy
Reinvesting Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) in Retirement? Here's What You Need to Know.
There are some big pitfalls to avoid, and the penalties could be substantial.
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Oct 15, 2024 by Keith Speights
Social Security's 2025 COLA Will Be 2.5%. Here's Why Most Retirees Will Probably See a Smaller Increase in Their Monthly Benefit.
A Social Security benefits increase is coming. But higher Medicare Part B premiums are likely coming, too.
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Oct 15, 2024 by Maurie Backman
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit Once 2025's COLA Takes Effect -- and How You Can Score a Much Larger One for Your Retirement
Benefits are rising in the new year, but for many, they still won't be enough to live on.
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