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Beneficiary
Apr 12, 2026 by Dana George
How to Update Your Beneficiaries Before the April Tax Deadline -- and Why It Matters
Updating beneficiaries as you prepare your annual tax return is a natural way to get two important jobs done at the same time.
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Apr 12, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
Will the Recent Surge in Oil Prices Lead to Higher Social Security Paychecks in 2027?
The Iran war has led to much higher oil and gas prices.
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Apr 12, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
Why Contributing to Your IRA Before April 15 Could Lower Your 2025 Tax Bill
You may be able to shave $7,000 or $8,000 off your taxable income for 2025 -- if you act fast.
thinking man at a desk reviewing paperwork
Apr 12, 2026 by James Brumley
Everyone Should Be Saving for Retirement in a Taxable Brokerage Account. Here's Why.
Sometimes, deferring taxes on an account's income or growth isn't all it's cracked up to be.
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Apr 12, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Social Security Surprise Could Upend Your Retirement Budget
It's something you need to plan for.
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Apr 12, 2026 by Adam Levy
How Much Money Does Social Security Generate From Investing? Here's What's Inside the $2.5 Trillion Trust Fund.
The trust fund's investments are generating less income than they used to.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Stefon Walters
A 401(k) Seems Like the Superior Retirement Account -- Until You Realize You Can Do These With an IRA
Both can play a valuable role in your retirement savings.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
If You're 50 or Older, You Can Still Put $8,000 Into a 2025 IRA Before April 15
And if you're younger, you can contribute $7,000. Either way, contributing to an IRA can greatly help with saving for retirement.
retired couple looks at papers
Apr 11, 2026 by James Brumley
How to Use a Roth Conversion to Protect Your Heirs From a Big Tax Bill
A bit of thoughtful planning now could spare your family from an expensive headache down the road.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Think Higher Gas Prices Won't Impact Your Retirement? Think Again.
Don't assume you're immune.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Working While on Social Security? Here's a Key Rule Retirees Need to Know
Make sure you understand it fully.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
As the April 15 Deadline Approaches, the IRA Is One of the Most Overlooked Tax Breaks in Retirement Planning
Individual retirement accounts offer taxpayers a good way to lower their 2025 tax bill.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
This Proposal Could Spell Disaster for Your Medicare
This proposal could prevent many people from obtaining valuable "Medigap" supplemental plans.
SS
Apr 11, 2026 by Dana George
I'm Alarmed That 76% of Americans Don't Understand This One Fact About Social Security
To make the best decision for youself, it pays to know all the facts. Here's what you should know about Social Security.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Marc Guberti
Can You Still Contribute to an IRA If You're Already Retired? What to Know Before April 15
Retirees who still work are eligible to contribute to IRAs before April 15. Here's how to tell if you qualify.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Could We Be Looking at a Worst-Case Scenario for the Social Security COLA?
The next Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could be a big problem.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Here's Why the New $6,000 Senior Tax Deduction Does Some Retirees No Good
Not everyone gets to benefit.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Congress Reveals a Huge Problem Leading to Higher Medicare Premiums
Seniors who rely on Medicare should be aware of a troubling reason why costs are rising.
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Apr 10, 2026 by Katie Brockman
Should You Really Start Taking Social Security in 2026? Here's What the Data Says
There are a few factors to consider when deciding whether it's time to take benefits.
Smiling mature couple using laptop at home
Apr 10, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Social Security Benefit in 2026?
Claiming checks doesn't always mean your benefit is permanently locked in.
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