Jun 14, 2026 by Keith SpeightsA Bigger Social Security Raise Than the COLA? Congress Is Considering One Right NowLegislation proposed by one Senator would even extend Social Security's solvency by 75 years.
Jun 14, 2026 by Trevor JennewineSocial Security's 2027 COLA Could Be Much Bigger Than the Latest Forecast ImpliesSocial Security's 2027 COLA is projected to be 3.8%, but the actual pay raise could be much larger if inflation remains elevated.
Jun 14, 2026 by Maurie BackmanSeniors Just Got a Big Clue on Social Security's 2027 COLAWe're getting closer to nailing down the final number.
Jun 14, 2026 by Christy BieberThis Retirement Number Matters as Much as Your 401(k) BalanceYour 401(k) balance isn't the only number that affects your financial security.
Jun 13, 2026 by Christy BieberAmericans Are Looking at a 40% Social Security Tax Hike Unless This HappensA huge tax increase may be the only solution to save Social Security unless lawmakers act quickly.
Jun 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Here's How Much a $2,400 401(k) Match Could Be Worth by RetirementIt's probably a lot more than you'd expect.
Jun 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Claiming Early or Claiming Late: Which Is the Bigger Social Security Timing Mistake?The choice you make will have major consequences for your retirement.
Jun 13, 2026 by Maurie BackmanThis Could Be the Easiest Way to Save for Retirement Despite InflationEven if money is tight, this strategy could be a game-changer.
Jun 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Paying for Your Kids' College Can Ruin Your Retirement. How to Help Them Without Hurting Yourself.Prioritizing your retirement now could be a win-win for you and your kids.
Jun 13, 2026 by James BrumleyRetirees Could Get a Much Bigger Social Security Raise in 2027 Due to InflationEveryone's feeling more pain at the gas pump and grocery store, but some older Americans will get some help pretty soon.
Jun 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Here's What the Estimated 2027 Social Security COLA Could Do to the Maximum Benefit Next YearThe wealthiest beneficiaries are set to see a sizable boost to their checks next year.
Jun 13, 2026 by Maurie BackmanI'd Tell Anyone in This Situation to Stop Funding an IRA or 401(k)There may come a point when the tax break isn't worth it.
Jun 13, 2026 by Dana GeorgeMy Plan Has Always Been to Wait Until Age 70 to Claim Social Security. Here's What Changed.No matter how rigidly you hold on to plans you've made, life has a way of sneaking in.
Jun 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Here's What the Estimated 2027 Social Security COLA Could Do to Average Benefits in Your StateSeniors in all states are likely to see an above-average benefit boost next year.
Jun 13, 2026 by Bram BerkowitzSocial Security Retirees Just Got Bad NewsThe Social Security Board of Trustees recently published their 2026 annual report.
Jun 13, 2026 by Sean WilliamsSocial Security's 2027 COLA Is on Pace to Be Historic and Devastating, Courtesy of President Donald TrumpThere's a price to pay for Social Security "Trump bumps" -- and that bill may come due sooner than initially expected.
Jun 13, 2026 by Christy BieberThis Social Security Move Is the Equivalent of Adding $144,000 to Your 401(k)The average retiree can make a decision about Social Security that has the same impact on their income as investing almost $150,000 extra.
Jun 13, 2026 by Maurie BackmanI Used to Think Claiming Social Security at 62 Was a Disastrous Move. I Was Clearly Misinformed.Filing as early as possible isn't guaranteed to be a mistake.
Jun 12, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®This 401(k) Loan Mistake Could Make Your Financial Problems Even WorseYou'll thank yourself later for checking the fine print for this.
Jun 12, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Claiming Social Security Early Is Costly for Everyone, but These Seniors Pay the Biggest PriceYou don't want to sign up for benefits without understanding this.