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Jul 27, 2024 by Adam Levy
Here's How Your Net Worth Stacks Up With the Rest of Americans Your Age
Set a reasonable net worth goal by comparing where you are now to where you want to be.
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Jul 26, 2024 by Justin Pope
The Most Important Retirement Table You'll Ever See
Not seeing this sooner is costing you money.
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Jul 26, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 35 to 44
The numbers are surprising, and not in a good way.
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Jul 26, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Savvy Medicare Moves That Could Slash Your Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Worried about paying for medical expenses? Here's how to lower your Medicare costs and bank the difference.
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Jul 26, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
2025's Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Estimate Just Got a Little Bigger. Here's What You Need to Know.
We're still a few months away from the official announcement, but here's what we know so far.
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Jul 26, 2024 by Maurie Backman
These 3 Social Security Changes Are Coming in January. Prepare Yourself Now.
A shakeup is coming to Social Security. See what's in store for 2025.
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Jul 26, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
No 2024 Retirement Savings? Here's How to Max Out Your IRA Before 2025
The year's more than half over, but there's still time to pull off this valuable retirement savings move.
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Jul 25, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Social Security Benefits Rose 8.7% in 2023. Will Seniors Ever See a COLA That Large Again?
It's possible to see another large raise out of Social Security. But whether that happens in the near future is questionable.
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Jul 25, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
I Like the Idea of Early Retirement, but There Are 3 Big Reasons I'd Never Quit the Workforce Before My 50s
The freedom of early retirement brings some unique financial challenges.
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Jul 25, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Social Security: 2 Reasons I Wouldn't Dream of Taking Benefits at 70
In some cases, filing early is the smartest Social Security move you can make.
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Jul 25, 2024 by Maurie Backman
I Used to Think a Roth IRA Was the Best Retirement Savings Plan. Here Are 2 Options I Now Like Better.
Roth IRAs have their benefits -- but also a big drawback. So I'd encourage you to look at other savings plans instead.
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Jul 25, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
Here's the Average Social Security Benefit for Retired Workers and Spouses
Older adults should understand the difference between Social Security benefits for retired workers and Social Security benefits spouses.
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Jul 24, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 70
The average Social Security benefit at age 70 might surprise you, but there's a good chance you'll collect more.
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Jul 24, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Planning to Enroll in Medicare in the Next Year? Here Are 3 Important Things Retirees Should Know.
Signing up for Medicare is a big step. Here's how to navigate the process efficiently.
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Jul 24, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
How to Build a Million-Dollar Roth IRA If You Haven't Turned 50 Yet
With time on your side, you have a good shot at racking up a seven-figure Roth IRA.
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Jul 24, 2024 by Maurie Backman
2025's Social Security COLA Has a Hidden Silver Lining for Retirees
The news is actually more positive than some might think.
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Jul 24, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
3 Signs You Have What It Takes to Be a Retirement Super Saver
Joining the ranks of the super savers could go a long way toward improving your retirement readiness.
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Jul 24, 2024 by Adam Levy
Retirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks
Are you living in one of them?
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Jul 23, 2024 by Katie Brockman
3 Social Security Secrets That Could Earn You Hundreds More per Month
These lesser-known strategies could give your benefits a major boost.
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Jul 23, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
Should I Contribute to a Roth IRA or 401(k) in 2024?
Understanding how a Roth IRA and 401(k) work will help you create a retirement game plan for 2024.
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