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Feb 29, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This Social Security Strategy Could Net You an Extra $182,000 in Retirement
Is it right for you?
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Feb 29, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Retiring in Your 50s? You Need to Know These 3 Important Retirement Account Rules.
They could be your ticket to avoiding costly tax penalties.
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Feb 29, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Plan to Delay Social Security Past Age 70? Here's Why You Ought to Rethink That.
At some point, continuing to postpone your filing doesn't make financial sense.
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Feb 28, 2024 by Adam Levy
3 Reasons to Avoid a Roth 401(k) for Your Retirement Savings
A tax-free retirement may be more expensive than it's worth.
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Feb 28, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Things You Must Know About Medicare Ahead of Retirement
This is important information to have if retirement is getting closer.
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Feb 28, 2024 by Keith Speights
41% of Americans Flunked This Social Security Test. Would You?
Do you know more about Social Security retirement benefits than your fellow Americans?
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Feb 28, 2024 by Adam Levy
The Unfortunate Truth About Maxing Out Your 401(k)
You need to read this before putting all your savings into your company's 401(k).
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Feb 28, 2024 by Maurie Backman
There's a Huge Misconception About Social Security's Full Retirement Age -- and It Has the Potential to Hurt Your Finances
Not having this information could lead you into a decision that would slash your benefits for life.
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Feb 27, 2024 by Adam Levy
This Is the Bare Minimum You Should Be Contributing to Your 401(k) Right Now
Maxing out your 401(k) might not be possible, but be sure you contribute at least this much.
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Feb 27, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Afraid to Spend Your Retirement Savings? Here's Your Game Plan.
It can be nerve-wracking to start spending your nest egg. But going in with a plan can help.
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Feb 27, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons to Unretire This Year
There's nothing wrong with acknowledging that you'd rather be working.
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Feb 27, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
5 Things to Know About Medicaid
This $800-billion-plus program is fascinating -- and vital. See which facts here surprise you.
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Feb 27, 2024 by Maurie Backman
4 in 10 Near-Retirees Just Failed a Social Security Quiz. Here Are Some Key Things to Know About the Program.
It's not a good thing to be in the dark.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Adam Levy
The Average American Age 65 and Older Has $232,710 Invested in a 401(k). 3 Strategies to Help You Beat the Average Before You Retire
Beating the average doesn't have to be difficult.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
A Lifetime of Passive Income Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Passive income -- arriving regularly with little to no effort from you -- is hard to beat.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Married or Divorced While Taking Social Security? Here's How It Will Affect Your Benefits.
Your marital status can have a bigger impact on your benefits than you might think.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Will High Homeownership Costs Derail Your Retirement?
Owning a home may prove more expensive than you can handle once your career comes to an end.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Marc Rapport
Retiring on Social Security? These 10 States Could be Taxing
Most states across the nation don't tax Social Security -- but a few do.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Maurie Backman
3 Essential Moves to Make Within a Year of Your 65th Birthday
Check these off your list for maximum peace of mind.
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Feb 26, 2024 by Ryan Downie
You Should Have About 6x Your Salary Invested for Retirement by Age 50. Six Strategies to Help You Get There, Even if You're Behind
Consider these retirement savings tips to build assets more quickly.
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