Mar 9, 2026 by Maurie BackmanThe 1 Thing You Should Never Do With Your 401(k) When You Leave a JobIt's a mistake that could cost you in a very serious way.
Mar 9, 2026 by Christy BieberAmericans Have Been Waiting 40 Years for This FSA Rule ChangeThe amount you can contribute to a dependent-care FSA increased permanently in 2026 for the first time in 40 years.
Mar 9, 2026 by Dana GeorgeSocial Security Beneficiaries Face Growing Service Challenges at Local OfficesIn 2025, Social Security Administration employees were suddenly faced with a heavier workload. Here's how that can affect you when you need help.
Mar 9, 2026 by Christy BieberNew Medicare Rule Has Advocates Concerned About Limits on CareMedicare is imposing strict new restrictions that advocates are worried could affect retirees.
Mar 9, 2026 by Maurie BackmanWorking While Collecting Social Security? You May Be in for a Good or Bad Surprise.Whether you're happy or not will likely depend on your situation.
Mar 8, 2026 by Maurie BackmanThe One 401(k) Mistake That Could Leave You Short in RetirementIt's a blunder you should make every effort to avoid.
Mar 8, 2026 by Marc GubertiRetirement in the West Doesn't Have to Be Expensive -- These Places Prove ItThe West is filled with affordable options and numerous outdoor activities if you look beyond big cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Mar 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPHere's How Much the Wealthiest Americans Have Saved for RetirementThe number might surprise you.
Mar 8, 2026 by Maurie BackmanHere's the Average 2026 Tax Refund. How Does Yours Compare?The number may surprise you.
Mar 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPIs the Risk of Claiming Social Security at 70 Worth the Reward?This definitely isn't a decision you want to rush.
Mar 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP3 Key Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rules Every Senior Needs to KnowThis is one retirement move you really want to get right.
Mar 8, 2026 by James BrumleyThis Is the Average 401(k) Balance by Age -- How Do Your Retirement Savings Compare?As expected, net worth improves with age. There's one obviously important high-growth time of life, though.
Mar 8, 2026 by Maurie BackmanHow the 2026 Social Security Raise Gets Quietly Eaten by Rising Medicare PremiumsThis year's Part B increase is throwing seniors for a loop.
Mar 8, 2026 by Bram BerkowitzThese Are the Top 5 Best Places to RetireThe Motley Fool conducted research on the U.S. counties where people want to retire.
Mar 8, 2026 by Dana George3 Major Changes You Must Understand Before Your Next RMD Is DueUnlike most news coming out of the nation's capital, changes to RMD regulations tend to enjoy little fanfare.
Mar 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPSeniors in These 8 States Could Face a Costly Expense in RetirementDon't wait until you see your first retirement tax bill to start preparing for this.
Mar 8, 2026 by Selena MaranjianRetiring in 2026? How Moving Could Affect Your Social Security and Medicare BenefitsYour retirement income and healthcare could look a little different depending on where you live.
Mar 8, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPSocial Security Beneficiaries Just Got Some Bad NewsA big change is coming, and there are still many details to work out.
Mar 8, 2026 by Maurie BackmanMortgage Rates Finally Dropped Below 6% -- Here's When Retirees Should Act and When to WaitMortgage rates may be falling, but retirees should pause before pouncing.
Mar 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman3 Things Retirees Must Know Before Taking a Mortgage at Today's Lower RatesKeep these points in mind before you sign a loan.