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Jan 7, 2024 by Dan Caplinger
Your Social Security Number Might Mean Something. Here's Why the Government Stopped Using These Hidden Codes.
New Social Security numbers over the past 13 years have gotten assigned differently from those of older Americans.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Keith Speights
The Best Reason to Take Social Security Long Before Age 70
Waiting to claim Social Security retirement benefits isn't for everyone.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
There's No Official "Final" Age to Claim Social Security. But Here's Why There Should Be.
Waiting too long to sign up for benefits could have negative consequences.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Turning 50 in 2024? Here's One Very Important Financial Move to Make.
It's a step you don't want to overlook.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Social Security: Here's the Maximum Possible Benefit at Ages 62, 67, and 70
The age at which you file will dramatically affect your benefit amount.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Keith Speights
Thinking About Saving for Your Kids' or Grandkids' College in a 529 Plan? There's a Big New Perk in 2024 You'll Definitely Want to Know About.
This great way to save for college is now better than ever.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Here's How a Higher Retirement Income Could Come Back to Bite You
Being a higher earner in retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be.
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Jan 6, 2024 by Dan Caplinger
These 2 States Just Stopped Taxing Social Security in 2024
Are you one of the lucky ones?
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Jan 6, 2024 by Sean Williams
Here's the Average Social Security Benefit at Ages 62 and 70
Claiming age can significantly alter what you'll receive each month, and during your lifetime, from Social Security.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Aiming to Retire in 2034? Make These Moves in 2024.
The right moves could set you up for success.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Keith Speights
2 Important Social Security Rules That Millions of Americans Who Aren't Retired Yet Don't Know About
There's good news and bad news with these Social Security rules.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
Here's the Average Social Security Benefit for Men and Women at Ages 62 to 70
Understanding how Social Security benefits are determined can help current and future retirees score a bigger payout.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
4 Surprise Costs You Might Face in Retirement
Gear up for these in case they end up applying to you.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP
IRA Contribution Limits Just Went Up -- Here's Exactly How Much You Can Contribute in 2024
The IRA contribution limit is rising in 2024, which could be a big benefit to retirement savers.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Katie Brockman
3 Ways to Grow $100,000 Into $1 Million for Retirement Savings
There are many ways to build a million-dollar nest egg.
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Jan 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Social Security Is Changing a Lot in 2024, but This One Pesky Rule Is Staying the Same
It's a rule that doesn't have many fans among beneficiaries.
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Jan 4, 2024 by RJ Fulton
The No-Brainer Retirement Account I'd Choose Way Before a 401(k) in 2024
In this new year, it's time to take control of your retirement portfolio.
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Jan 4, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Turning 55 in 2024? Here Are 3 Financial Things You Should Know.
Keep these important points in mind.
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Jan 4, 2024 by Billy Duberstein
3 Big Ways Retirement Saving Just Got Easier in 2024
New provisions of the 2022 Secure 2.0 Act just kicked in, with several new benefits.
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Jan 4, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Not Sure If You Should Claim Social Security in 2024? Ask Yourself These Questions to Find Out.
You don't want to sign up for benefits at the wrong time.
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