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

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Feb 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
How to Reduce Taxes on Your Required Minimum Distributions
With the right strategy, you can ease that burden.
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Feb 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
What's the One Thing All Retirees Should Do Before Claiming Social Security Benefits in 2026?
You can't make an informed decision before you run through this exercise.
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Feb 21, 2026 by Dana George
This Coastal Florida City Offers the Classic Retirement Lifestyle -- but Here's What Retirees Should Know First
Palm Bay is a hidden gem near, but not directly on, the Atlantic coastline.
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Feb 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Can You Retire on S&P 500 ETFs Alone?
Find out if this strategy can get you to your goals.
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Feb 21, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
2 Northeast Retirement Towns That Keep You Close to Culture Without Big-City Prices
If you like the benefits of a city but not the prices, here are two places to consider in 2026.
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Feb 21, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Why Couples Often Leave Social Security Money on the Table
Couples may not fully understand Social Security or their options for claiming it as a married couple -- and this has financial consequences.
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Feb 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Missed Saving for Retirement in Your 20s and 30s? Here's Your Game Plan.
Despite the late start, the situation is far from hopeless.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Don't Need Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Right Now? What Can You Do With the Cash Influx?
There's no reason to let that money go to waste.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
I Used to Think the 4% Rule Was Foolproof. Here's Why I'm Rethinking It Now.
There are serious flaws that need to be talked about.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
Retiring on Just $400,000? Here's What Your Life Might Look Like.
Your income will vary depending on how you deploy your dollars.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Lawmakers Move to Protect Social Security Retirees From Huge Tax Bill
Some retirees face a big tax bill if lawmakers don't act.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Adam Levy
Here's How Much the Annual COLA Added to the Average Social Security Retirement Benefit Last Month
Retirees received a bit more in January even as inflation cooled.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Overpaid by Social Security? You Might Be Allowed to Keep It If You Do This.
All you have to do is ask.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's Earnings Test: 3 Things You Need to Know
It's important to get the scoop on this often-misunderstood aspect of the program.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The $11,600 Mistake You May Be Making With Your Retirement Savings
It's a trap you really don't want to fall into.
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Feb 20, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
Social Security Taxes: How Much Do Recipients Really Pay?
To a great degree, how much you'll pay will depend on your income. Many will pay no tax at all.
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Feb 19, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Will You Qualify for Social Security's Biggest Paycheck of $5,251 in 2026?
Only certain retirees can snag the program's maximum monthly benefit.
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Feb 19, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
No Employer Match? Here's How to Decide Whether It's Worth Saving in Your 401(k).
There's more than just the match (or lack thereof) to consider.
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Feb 19, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Hidden Costs Retirees Often Forget -- and the Best Ways to Prepare
Keep these on your radar.
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Feb 19, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This Medicare Mistake Can Devastate Unprepared Retirees
This is one area where too much optimism could come back to bite you.
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