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Nov 7, 2023 by Chuck Saletta
The Unfortunate Truth About Maxing Out Your 401(k)
Too much of a good thing can cause problems elsewhere for your finances.
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Nov 7, 2023 by Maurie Backman
There's 1 Month Left of Medicare Open Enrollment. Make the Most of It By Doing These Things
It's an opportunity you don't want to squander.
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Nov 6, 2023 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
4 Surprising Things Original Medicare Doesn't Cover -- and What You Can Do About It
You only have a month left to fill in the gaps in your health insurance coverage for 2024.
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Nov 6, 2023 by Adam Levy
Sorry to Say: Claiming Social Security at 62 Could Leave Your Retirement Lacking. Here's Why.
Claiming as soon as possible could hurt your finances in more ways than one.
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Nov 6, 2023 by Maurie Backman
No Idea How to Invest for Your Retirement? Here's a Good Strategy to Employ.
There's an easy way to set yourself up for success.
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Nov 6, 2023 by Marc Rapport
These 3 Countries Have Amazing Incentives for Retirees Moving Abroad
Practicality, perks, and paradise in Portugal, Panama, and the Philippines
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Nov 6, 2023 by Keith Speights
The Medicare Enrollment Clock Is Ticking: 3 Important Things Every Senior Needs to Know
Now is the time for many seniors to make changes to their Medicare coverage.
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Nov 6, 2023 by Maurie Backman
Big Social Security Cuts May Be Coming. Here's How to Make Up for Them.
A reduction in benefits may be inevitable, but that doesn't mean your retirement has to suffer.
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Nov 5, 2023 by Katie Brockman
Social Security and Retirement: 41% of Older Adults Are Making This Major Mistake
Social Security may not be as reliable as it seems.
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Nov 5, 2023 by Adam Levy
3 Social Security Mistakes to Avoid Like the Plague in 2024
One small mistake could blow up your entire monthly retirement budget.
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Nov 5, 2023 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's Chief Actuary Has a Reassuring Message for Workers Today
Pay attention if you're worried about not getting benefits in the future.
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Nov 5, 2023 by Maurie Backman
4 Surprising Things Medicare Won't Pay For
Medicare pays for many health expenses -- but some don't make the cut.
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Nov 5, 2023 by Keith Speights
How Do the Average Social Security Benefits at 62 and 67 Compare?
There's a hefty price to be paid for retiring early.
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Nov 5, 2023 by Sean Williams
Social Security's 2024 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is Giving Retirees the Short End of the Stick
While a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) might feel like a win on paper, a deeper dive suggests a triple whammy awaits seniors in 2024.
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Nov 4, 2023 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons Not to Max Out Your 401(k) This Year
It's a good thing to pump as much money into savings as you can -- but a 401(k) may not be the best place for your money.
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Nov 4, 2023 by Adam Levy
3 Social Security Beliefs Most Near-Retirees Are Dead Wrong About
Successful retirement planning starts by making sure you have all of the facts correct.
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Nov 4, 2023 by Katie Brockman
Social Security 2024: The Good and Bad News
There are some changes coming to Social Security next year.
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Nov 4, 2023 by Maurie Backman
Rushing to Claim Social Security at 62? Here's Why You Might Regret It
An early filing might seem like a good idea -- until it doesn't.
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Nov 4, 2023 by Sean Williams
Should You Take Social Security at Age 65, 67, or 70? An Extensive Study Finds That 1 Claiming Age Holds a Big Advantage
An all-encompassing analysis of 20,000 retired-worker claims finds that one claiming age is superior to the rest.
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Nov 3, 2023 by Katie Brockman
Should You Take Social Security at 70? The Data Says Yes -- But There's a Catch
The answer is more complicated than it may seem.
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