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

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Jun 19, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Social Security Secrets You Must Know Ahead of Retirement
Educate yourself on Social Security. It could set you up for more financial success during your senior years.
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Jun 18, 2024 by Stefon Walters
This Social Security Rule Could Be a Lifesaver for Married Couples With Large Income Gaps
Social Security spousal benefits can be a great way to maximize retirement income and level the playing field.
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Jun 18, 2024 by Stefon Walters
The Best Reason to Take Social Security Long Before Age 70
Many people may find it better suits them to receive benefits longer than to maximize their payout.
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Jun 18, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
How to Build a Million-Dollar Roth IRA for Your Child Starting in 2024
Give your child a head start on building a seven-figure Roth IRA by starting now.
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Jun 18, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Ways the Wealthy Benefit More From Social Security
Does Social Security favor the rich? Here's how higher earners make out like bandits.
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Jun 18, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
The Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast for 2025 Was Just Revised Lower, but Retirees May Have a Bigger Problem
Social Security benefits are forecasted to get a smaller cost-of-living adjustment in 2025.
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Jun 17, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Regret Claiming Social Security Early? This Little-Known Move Could Boost Your Checks Up to 28%
Claiming early shrinks your monthly benefit, but the Social Security Administration gives you a way to grow your checks after you've signed up.
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Jun 17, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Here's How Much Contributing 1% More of Your Salary Could Boost Your Retirement Savings
It might seem small, but over time, it could add up to a comfortable nest egg.
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Jun 17, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Unsure You'll Ever Be Able to Retire? Saving This Much Each Month Could Lead to a $500,000 Nest Egg.
Small retirement plan contributions can really add up over time.
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Jun 17, 2024 by Maurie Backman
This Change Is Almost Guaranteed to Come to Social Security in 2025 -- and a Lot of People Won't Like It
Social Security needs revenue to continue paying benefits. One method of increasing that revenue won't sit well with some workers.
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Jun 16, 2024 by Stefon Walters
The Social Security COLA for 2025 Is Shaping Up to Be a Double-Edged Sword, but It Could Be Worse
Although any increase is beneficial, seniors may find the projected COLA is still lacking.
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Jun 16, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Here's Why You Shouldn't Invest Like Warren Buffett for Your Retirement
The investing giant's strategy may not be suited for you.
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Jun 16, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2024
Are you up to date on Social Security? Here's some news you may have missed.
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Jun 16, 2024 by Sean Williams
Attention, Baby Boomers: This Little-Known Social Security Clause Can Meaningfully Increase Your Monthly Payout
A Social Security mulligan could be just what the doctor ordered for select boomers who regret their early claim.
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Jun 15, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Here's What Happens to Your Social Security If You Remarry in Retirement
Your marital status could have a major effect on your benefit amount.
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Jun 15, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
The Most Important Social Security Table You'll Ever See
Understanding this key Social Security principle could help you boost your checks by hundreds of dollars per month.
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Jun 15, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
No, Social Security Isn't Getting a $600 Payment Increase This Month
The rumors aren't true, but 2025 will see a benefit increase for all Social Security recipients.
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Jun 15, 2024 by Stefon Walters
3 Benefits of Using a Living Trust to Pass an Inheritance to Your Family
A living trust can simplify the inheritance process and provide much-needed privacy for some individuals.
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Jun 15, 2024 by Katie Brockman
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 55 to 64
Here's how to tell where you stand.
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Jun 15, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons to Ditch Your 401(k) -- and Choose an IRA Instead
Don't assume that a 401(k) is the best place for your long-term savings.
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