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

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Feb 14, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Not Enjoying Your Retirement? 3 Things to Do.
There's no need to resign yourself to being miserable.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Retirees in These 10 States Get the Most From Social Security
Checks like these could make for a much more comfortable retirement.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Signs You're Better Off Delaying Retirement
You may want to wait on that big decision.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Social Security Decisions Often Hinge on One Uncomfortable Question
Optimizing your lifetime Social Security benefits requires you to think about an unpleasant topic.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Here's Exactly How the New Senior Tax Deduction Works
If you're 65 or older, this could have a huge effect on your taxes this year.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Maurie Backman
2 Reasons I'll Be Taking Social Security Long Before Age 70
Waiting a long time for benefits doesn't make sense for me.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
What's the Ideal Age to Start Saving for Retirement?
If you haven't started saving for retirement yet, you need to read this.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
4 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2026
One of these changes means bigger benefit checks, and another could slash checks by a lot.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
Why Starting Small Works: How a 1% Starter Position Can Build Big Gains Over Time
If you know there's a company you want to own, but it's too expensive, don't do nothing, do a little.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Dana George
I Thought I'd Wait Until 70 to Claim Social Security. Now I've Changed My Mind.
Those who wait until 70 can maximize their Social Security benefits. But for some, the price of waiting may be too steep.
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Feb 14, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons to Choose a Roth 401(k) Over a Traditional 401(k) for Retirement Savings
Though you lose an up-front tax break, you gain much, much more.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The 1 Account Every Retirement Saver Needs
You may be surprised at how crucial this account is to your long-term plans.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Missed Your RMD In 2025? Here's How to Minimize IRS Penalties in 2026.
Acting quickly could minimize the pain.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
This Popular Medicare Benefit Is Safe -- for Now
This time- and cost-saving benefit is back but operating on borrowed time.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
3 Medicare Changes in 2026 Affecting Prescription Drug Coverage
It's not just Parts A and B that have changed in 2026.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Selling Your Home After 63 Could Send Medicare Premiums Soaring
If you're thinking about downsizing, read this so you can be prepared.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Still Haven't Taken Your 2025 RMD? Here's What You Need to Do.
Now is the time to act to avoid problems with the IRS.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment: What to Know About Switching Plans
It's important to have the right information before making a change.
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Feb 13, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Wondering What to Expect for Next Year's Social Security COLA? Here's What History Says Could Be Coming in 2027.
You may not want to get your hopes up too much.
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Feb 12, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The No. 1 Reason to Claim Social Security at Age 62
Here's why you shouldn't hesitate to take benefits as early as possible.
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