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

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Sep 14, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
I've Never Maxed Out a 401(k). Here's Why I Still Feel Good About My Retirement
Maxing out a 401(k) is a tall order, but it's not necessary for me to enjoy a comfortable future.
Social Security 2022
Sep 14, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP
The 2025 Social Security COLA Could Be Lower Than Expected – Here's Why
We just got some new inflation data, and here's what it means to your next Social Security raise.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Katie Brockman
This Is the Average Social Security COLA Since 2014
Here's how a decade's worth of COLAs have stacked up.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Hoping for a Larger 2025 Social Security COLA Than Current Estimates? Here's What Would Need to Happen
Next year's Social Security COLA projection looks somewhat bleak. Is there a chance things will improve?
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Sep 14, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Some Retirees Won't Get to Keep All of Their 2025 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Here's Why.
COLAs are supposed to give you more money, but that's not the case in this situation.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
2 Secrets of IRA Millionaires
Amassing a million-dollar IRA might not be a cakewalk, but with these tips, it's definitely within reach.
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Sep 14, 2024 by James Brumley
Should You Retire in Kentucky?
This often-overlooked state offers a great option for people looking for a slower, quiet retirement.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Johnny Rice
190 Million Americans Don't Know Social Security Cuts Could Be Coming -- and the Size May Surprise Retirees
Is Social Security in trouble?
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Sep 14, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
Should You Retire in Minnesota?
Minnesota has a lot to offer -- along with rather chilly winters.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Keith Speights
The 2025 Social Security COLA Announcement Is 26 Days Away. Here's What Retirees' Increase Will Be as Things Stand Now.
Retirees will get a "raise" next year. But it will likely be smaller than what they're accustomed to receiving.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Sean Williams
Social Security's 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is Taking Shape as Yet Another Lose-Lose Scenario
Not even a history-making cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) can save retirees from a financial double whammy next year.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Does Your Retirement Plan Make You Take Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)? Here's a Big Myth That Needs Clearing Up.
You don't have to write off those withdrawals as lost or wasted money.
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Sep 14, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This Common Gen X Finance Move Could Make Retirement a Lot Harder
Your retirement savings are supposed to be for retirement, but sometimes you need them sooner.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Adam Levy
Retirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks
If you're living in one of these states, you might want to consult a professional to help you keep more of your Social Security benefits.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Adam Levy
3 Ways You Could Lose Some of Your Social Security Benefits That May Surprise Most Retirees
Social Security is a complex program, but it pays to know the rules.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Stefon Walters
Should You Retire in Michigan?
The Great Lakes State offers retirees below-average pricing and favorable tax treatment.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Maurie Backman
I Used to Think I'd Be Happy With $1 Million in Retirement Savings. Here's Why I've Doubled My Number
You'd think a $1 million nest egg would cut it. Here's why I fear it won't.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
The Social Security COLA Forecast for 2025 Was Just Updated. There's Good News and Bad News.
Social Security's 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) could be the smallest raise for retired workers in four years.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Here's How Much of Their Income the Average Worker Saves for Retirement
The average 401(k) participant is setting aside a surprising chunk of their earnings each year.
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Sep 13, 2024 by Maurie Backman
2 Reasons Why 2025's Latest Social Security COLA Estimate Is Good News
The number may not be what you were hoping for, but there's a big silver lining.
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