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

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Feb 8, 2024 by Adam Levy
Here's the Average Age Americans Claim Social Security and the Monthly Benefit They Receive
Should you follow the crowd or forge your own path in retirement?
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Feb 8, 2024 by Maurie Backman
1 in 3 Retirees Are Returning to Work, Data Shows. Here's Why They're Doing It.
Those looking to work again have their reasons.
Worried senior woman holding checkbook
Feb 8, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Retiring With Debt? Try These 5 Tips Now to Improve Your Financial Security.
It's time to create your debt-free game plan.
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Feb 8, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Been Putting Off Social Security? 3 Signs It's Time to Apply.
There comes a point when waiting doesn't make sense.
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Feb 7, 2024 by Ryan Downie
If You're Not Already Doing These 3 Things Ahead of Retirement, 2024 Is the Year to Start
Establishing good habits early is the key to a financially successful retirement.
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Feb 7, 2024 by Maurie Backman
The Average American of Retirement Age Has $70,000 in Debt, Data Shows. Here's How to Whittle Yours Down Later in Life.
Entering your senior years owing money is far from optimal.
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Feb 7, 2024 by Maurie Backman
1 in 7 Americans Don't Plan to Retire. Here's Why That's Not Such a Bad Thing.
There's a benefit to continuing to work in some capacity.
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Feb 7, 2024 by Matt Frankel, CFP®
Is It Possible to Retire on Social Security Alone in 2024?
Social Security isn't designed to be your only source of retirement income -- but could it be?
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Feb 7, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Got Your First 2024 Social Security COLA? 2 Moves to Make
Whether you're happy with that raise or not, it's important to put it to good use.
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Feb 7, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
What Happens to Your Social Security Benefit When Your Spouse Dies?
Married couples need to understand retirement benefits and survivors benefits.
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Feb 6, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
How Much of Your Income Will Social Security Replace? For Some It's Less Than 10%.
This puts a serious strain on seniors' budgets.
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Feb 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Don't Have Retirement Savings? Here's How to Start Building Some
You can't afford to continue down your current path.
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Feb 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Will Medicare Cover 100% of Your Healthcare Needs in Retirement? Not Even Close
Prepared to shell out plenty of money for healthcare as a senior.
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Feb 6, 2024 by Stefon Walters
What All Retirees Need to Know About Social Security in 2024
Knowing these updates can help retirees plan their retirement income and tax strategies accordingly.
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Feb 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Older Americans Say This Social Security Decision Hurt Them Financially
You may want to go a different route.
Nest With Golden Eggs And Social Security Card
Feb 5, 2024 by Katie Brockman
What's the Best Age to Take Social Security? Research Shows There's a Clear Answer -- but There's a Catch.
The age you file for benefits is one of the most important retirement decisions you'll make.
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Feb 5, 2024 by Adam Levy
Here's the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit at 62, 66, 67, and 70
The differences in claiming benefits at different ages are magnified when you look at maximum possible benefits.
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Feb 5, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
These 10 States Have the Highest Average Social Security Benefits
Do you live in one of them?
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Feb 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Age 70 May Not Be Your Best Bet for Claiming Social Security. Here's Why.
Filing at an earlier age might serve you better.
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Feb 5, 2024 by Chuck Saletta
4 Unstoppable Retirement Savings Hacks That Could Make You Rich
A simple strategy, kept up for the long haul, can work wonders for your retirement nest egg.
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