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Retirement News

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

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Mar 14, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Retirement Account Lets You Avoid RMDs -- But There's a Catch
Don't assume you'll have to take mandatory withdrawals from your savings.
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Mar 14, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This Possible Social Security Change Could Make Saving for Retirement Even Harder
Now's definitely not the time to let up on your retirement savings.
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Mar 14, 2026 by Katie Brockman
Retiring Soon? Make This 1 Move Right Now to Protect Your Savings From a Stock Market Crash
If a recession is coming, this move can protect your nest egg.
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Mar 14, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP
How to Check Your Social Security Statement (And What the Numbers Actually Mean)
If you haven't read your latest Social Security statement, here's why you should.
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Mar 14, 2026 by Dana George
These Are the Top 10 Best Places to Retire According to The Motley Fool
These 10 cities most closely match the qualities retirees say they're seeking in a place to live.
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Mar 14, 2026 by James Brumley
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 62
People who file at this earliest-possible age are seeing much smaller payments, but there's more to the story.
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Mar 14, 2026 by Maurie Backman
A Surprise Social Security Tax Bill Could Be Waiting for You in Retirement. Here's How to Avoid It.
Don't get caught off guard.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This Savings Strategy Could Drastically Cut Your Tax Bill in Retirement
This simple shift could make a huge difference to your retirement savings.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Is This the Most Overlooked Retirement Account?
If you're not using it to save for your senior years, you may be missing out big time.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Retiring Early Is a Mistake If You Haven't Done These 2 Things
Planning for this now will make your retirement a lot smoother.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Should You Get Your 2026 Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Out of the Way Now?
This could be the right move for some, but there are also advantages to waiting.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Did You Miss These 2026 Medicare Changes?
Make sure you're not in the dark.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
These 2 Years Could Be Especially Hard on Retirees' Budgets
These two changes aren't that far off and could have a huge effect on your quality of life.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The Biggest Mistake You Might Make With Your Next RMD
It's a decision that could come back to bite you.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
Where Retirees Are Moving for Healthcare, Comfort, and Cost (All in One Place)
The Motley Fool has done the research to help you figure out where to retire, even if you have high expectations.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP
How Social Security Gets Taxed -- And the Legal Ways to Avoid It
Up to 85% of Social Security benefits can be taxable income. Here's how to make sure yours aren't.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
The 2026 Social Security COLA Is 2.8% -- Here's What Retirees Actually Take Home After Medicare
It might be less than you were expecting.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
The New $6,000 Senior Tax Deduction: How It Could Offset Your Social Security Tax Bill
The "big, beautiful bill" included a bonus senior deduction.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Want the Maximum Social Security Benefit? This Important Change Is Worth Paying Attention To
It also has tax implications worth noting.
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Mar 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Claiming Social Security? 1 Key Question to Ask Yourself First.
Don't file for benefits until addressing this key issue.
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