Sep 14, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFPI've Never Maxed Out a 401(k). Here's Why I Still Feel Good About My RetirementMaxing out a 401(k) is a tall order, but it's not necessary for me to enjoy a comfortable future.
Sep 14, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFPThe 2025 Social Security COLA Could Be Lower Than Expected – Here's WhyWe just got some new inflation data, and here's what it means to your next Social Security raise.
Sep 14, 2024 by Katie BrockmanThis Is the Average Social Security COLA Since 2014Here's how a decade's worth of COLAs have stacked up.
Sep 14, 2024 by Maurie BackmanHoping for a Larger 2025 Social Security COLA Than Current Estimates? Here's What Would Need to HappenNext year's Social Security COLA projection looks somewhat bleak. Is there a chance things will improve?
Sep 14, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFPSome 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.
Sep 14, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart2 Secrets of IRA MillionairesAmassing a million-dollar IRA might not be a cakewalk, but with these tips, it's definitely within reach.
Sep 14, 2024 by James BrumleyShould You Retire in Kentucky?This often-overlooked state offers a great option for people looking for a slower, quiet retirement.
Sep 14, 2024 by Johnny Rice190 Million Americans Don't Know Social Security Cuts Could Be Coming -- and the Size May Surprise RetireesIs Social Security in trouble?
Sep 14, 2024 by Selena MaranjianShould You Retire in Minnesota?Minnesota has a lot to offer -- along with rather chilly winters.
Sep 14, 2024 by Keith SpeightsThe 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.
Sep 14, 2024 by Sean WilliamsSocial Security's 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is Taking Shape as Yet Another Lose-Lose ScenarioNot even a history-making cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) can save retirees from a financial double whammy next year.
Sep 14, 2024 by Maurie BackmanDoes 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.
Sep 14, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFPThis Common Gen X Finance Move Could Make Retirement a Lot HarderYour retirement savings are supposed to be for retirement, but sometimes you need them sooner.
Sep 13, 2024 by Adam LevyRetirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security ChecksIf 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.
Sep 13, 2024 by Adam Levy3 Ways You Could Lose Some of Your Social Security Benefits That May Surprise Most RetireesSocial Security is a complex program, but it pays to know the rules.
Sep 13, 2024 by Stefon WaltersShould You Retire in Michigan?The Great Lakes State offers retirees below-average pricing and favorable tax treatment.
Sep 13, 2024 by Maurie BackmanI Used to Think I'd Be Happy With $1 Million in Retirement Savings. Here's Why I've Doubled My NumberYou'd think a $1 million nest egg would cut it. Here's why I fear it won't.
Sep 13, 2024 by Trevor JennewineThe 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.
Sep 13, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFPHere's How Much of Their Income the Average Worker Saves for RetirementThe average 401(k) participant is setting aside a surprising chunk of their earnings each year.
Sep 13, 2024 by Maurie Backman2 Reasons Why 2025's Latest Social Security COLA Estimate Is Good NewsThe number may not be what you were hoping for, but there's a big silver lining.