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

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May 3, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
9 Ways to Stretch Your Retirement Savings for Decades
You may have fallen behind, but you can still greatly increase your future financial security.
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May 3, 2026 by Keith Speights
How Social Security Gets Taxed and Legal Ways to Avoid It
You can lower or even avoid federal taxes on Social Security benefits without getting into legal trouble.
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May 3, 2026 by Maurie Backman
How to Stress-Test Your Retirement Income Before You Stop Working
It's important to feel confident knowing you have enough.
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May 3, 2026 by Sean Williams
President Donald Trump Vowed Not to Touch Social Security -- but He May Have Indirectly Broken That Promise
A $169 billion surprise awaits America's leading retirement program, courtesy of President Trump.
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May 2, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's the Maximum Spousal Social Security Benefit in 2026
A benefit like this could be a huge boost for your household.
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May 2, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Inflation Is Back Above 3%. Here's the Retirement Income Strategy That Holds Up Best.
It's important to plan accordingly for higher prices.
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May 2, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Does Your 401(k) Balance Beat the Average Millennial's?
It can be helpful to see how your 401(k) compares with others so you can get an idea of where you stand.
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May 2, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
5 Surprise Costs to Expect When Relocating in Retirement
Budgeting for these could be the difference between retiring in paradise or retiring to a nightmare.
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May 2, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
How to Build a Retirement Income Plan if You're 5 Years Away
There are many smart moves you can start making now that will make your future more secure.
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May 2, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Working Past Age 62 Could Quietly Shrink Your Social Security Checks
Be mindful of a key trap.
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May 2, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Working While Collecting Social Security Could Bring Unexpected Tax Consequences. What Retirees Need to Know.
You can do both, just be aware of how your benefits could be affected.
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May 2, 2026 by Dana George
Divorcing: Can I Get Part of My Spouse's Retirement Account?
Whether you can get part of your spouse's retirement account depends on the details.
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May 2, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Want to End Up a Millionaire? Start This Investing Habit in 2026.
If you're hoping for a seven-figure nest egg, now is the time to make this move.
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May 2, 2026 by Maurie Backman
5 Steps to Calculate Your Actual Monthly Retirement Income Needs for Next Year
Your income requirements don't have to be a mystery.
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May 2, 2026 by Dana George
What You Don't Know About Your 401(k) Could Haunt You
The goal is to invest enough in a 401(k) to live comfortably in retirement. Don't let any of these mistakes prevent you from doing so.
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May 1, 2026 by Dana George
Have a Retirement Account? Why the "Withdrawing Interest Only" Strategy May Not Work for You.
What do you do when a strategy feels right but doesn't fit your real life?
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May 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The Biggest 401(k) Mistake Isn't What You Think -- and It's Easier to Fix Than You May Realize
If you remedy this mistake, your savings will thank you.
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May 1, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
There Are Some Major Changes to Social Security You Need to Know About in May
Some of these changes are good and others are, well, worrisome.
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May 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
2 Signs You May Be Closer to Running Out of Money in Retirement Than You Think
If you're not careful, the savings you worked hard to build could get depleted.
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May 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Social Security Decision Could Make or Break Your Retirement Savings
It's important to get it right.
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