May 31, 2024 by Adam LevyHere's How Much the Average Retiree Has in Their Retirement AccountsYou need a plan for a better-than-average retirement.
May 31, 2024 by Trevor JennewineThe Social Security COLA Forecast for 2025 Was Just Updated. Here's the Good News and Bad News for RetireesThe Senior Citizens League has revised its forecast upward several times already this year.
May 30, 2024 by Christy Bieber90% of My Money Is In This S&P 500 Fund. Here's WhyI love the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust because it's got low fees, performs well, and exposes me to minimal risk.
May 30, 2024 by Stefon WaltersPlanning to Work While Receiving Social Security? Don't Let This Lesser-Known Rule Cost You Money.Working while claiming Social Security is fine. Just be aware of how it can affect your monthly benefit.
May 30, 2024 by Rich Smith1 Big Retirement Savings Move That Should Pay Off Big Down the RoadTax advantages and an "employer match" give you two great reasons to max out your 401(k).
May 30, 2024 by Adam Levy3 Reasons Retirees Could Be Surprised by the Most Recent 2025 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) ForecastStubborn inflation has led to rising COLA projections, but seniors may still be surprised.
May 30, 2024 by Adam LevyHere's the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit at 62, 66, and 70The differences between claiming ages are magnified when you can max out Social Security.
May 30, 2024 by Maurie BackmanShould You Claim Social Security at 62 or 70? This Single Factor Should Guide Your DecisionThere's a lot riding on that choice, so it's important to think things through.
May 29, 2024 by James BrumleyIt's True: These 13 States Don't Tax Retirement IncomeA major move may be in order, if it can save you thousands of dollars every year.
May 29, 2024 by Selena Maranjian3 Steps to Claiming the $4,873 Max Monthly Social Security BenefitMost of us won't be able to attain that biggest payout, but there are still ways to beef up your benefits and improve your future financial security.
May 29, 2024 by Adam SpataccoWant to Get Rich? 3 Ways to Help Grow Your Savings and Build a Millionaire RetirementReaching retirement is not a guarantee, but these three methods are proven ways to help build significant savings.
May 29, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFPThis Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 67The average 67-year-old gets more than $2,000 per month, but there's more to the story.
May 29, 2024 by Maurie BackmanDon't Just Bank on Social Security. Here's How to Set Yourself Up for a Millionaire Retirement.Retiring on those benefits alone could prove disastrous.
May 28, 2024 by James BrumleyWant to Be a 401(k) Millionaire? 4 Tips All Retirees Should Know.Doing a little research and making a few simple moves can make a world of difference in retirement.
May 28, 2024 by Katie BrockmanCan You Take Social Security While You're Still Working? Yes, But There's a Big Catch.Working while on Social Security could drastically reduce your benefits.
May 28, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFPIs It Possible to Retire on Social Security Alone in 2024?The short answer is yes. But there's a lot to know before you rely exclusively on Social Security.
May 28, 2024 by Maurie BackmanSocial Security's 2025 COLA Forecast Just Improved. Here's the Latest EstimateIf you're eagerly anticipating a raise next year, you'll want to pay attention.
May 27, 2024 by Adam LevyWant the Max $4,873 Social Security Benefit? Here's the Salary You Will Need.Only 6% of workers will earn above this amount in any given year.
May 27, 2024 by Selena MaranjianStatistics Say: Inflation Is Leading Millions Down a Path to Disaster. Here's How to Avoid That, and Set Yourself Up for a Comfortable Retirement.Inflation has a big chunk of our population relying on credit cards to get by. That's a recipe for big trouble.
May 27, 2024 by Adam LevyHere's How Many Millionaires There Are in AmericaMillionaires are more common than you might think.