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Aug 5, 2023 by Stefon Walters
The Unfortunate Truth About Maxing Out Your 401(k)
Most people are better off contributing to both a 401(k) and an IRA before attempting to max out their 401(k).
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Aug 5, 2023 by Maurie Backman
Are You Prepared to Withstand Social Security Cuts?
Benefit cuts may be coming, and soon. Don't get caught off guard.
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Aug 5, 2023 by Sean Williams
6 Social Security Changes You Can Expect in 2024
From monthly benefits for retirees to payroll taxation on select workers, big changes are in the works for Social Security next year.
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Aug 4, 2023 by Christy Bieber
3 Things Everyone Needs to Understand About Social Security, Before Retirement
Before retiring, there are three harsh Social Security truths you need to come to terms with.
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Aug 4, 2023 by Katie Brockman
Is It Better to Take Social Security at 62 or 70? Here's What Research Says.
Data suggests there may be a clear winner when it comes to the age at which you file.
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Aug 4, 2023 by Maurie Backman
The One Scenario Where a Delayed Social Security Filing Definitely Won't Make Sense
There's no sense in delaying your benefits needlessly.
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Aug 3, 2023 by Christy Bieber
Your 4-Step Guide to Deciding When to Claim Social Security
Making an informed choice about when to claim Social Security is vital to having enough money in retirement.
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Aug 3, 2023 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons Not to Participate in Your Employer's 401(k)
Opting in surely isn't a given.
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Aug 3, 2023 by Christy Bieber
5 Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them
Making an estate plan is an important part of protecting your legacy and your loved ones.
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Aug 3, 2023 by Maurie Backman
Your Social Security Filing Decision Should Really Revolve Around This Number
It's an important detail you can't gloss over.
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Aug 2, 2023 by Christy Bieber
Protecting Assets and Avoiding Debt: The (Not So) Complicated Reasons Millennials Sign Prenups
Millennials have plenty of reasons to sign prenups.
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Aug 2, 2023 by Maurie Backman
How Does Your 401(k) Balance Compare to the Average Saver's?
You may be curious to know how your retirement savings stack up.
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Aug 2, 2023 by Trevor Jennewine
Here's How Retirees Can Get the Maximum Social Security Benefit of $4,555 Each Month
Retirees should understand the mechanics of maximizing their Social Security benefit.
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Aug 2, 2023 by Ryan Downie
Here's the Most Valuable Retirement-Planning Lesson Investors Have Learned This Year
This year's stock market peformance taught us a valuable lesson about reacting to financial news.
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Aug 2, 2023 by Maurie Backman
One Social Security Filing Strategy You May Want to Consider if You're Much Older Than Your Spouse
It could do your life partner a world of good.
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Aug 1, 2023 by Selena Maranjian
The Surest, Fastest Way to Get Poor Quickly
Get-rich-quick schemes often end up in flames. There's a much better way to build wealth.
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Aug 1, 2023 by Trevor Jennewine
Are You Beating the Average Social Security Retired Worker's Benefit for Your Age?
Retired workers not satisfied with their Social Security benefit have options to increase their monthly payment.
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Aug 1, 2023 by Maurie Backman
How to Delay Social Security Without Delaying Your Retirement
Just because you want to postpone your filing doesn't mean you have to keep working.
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Jul 31, 2023 by Selena Maranjian
Most Young Adults Are Wrong About This -- They Can Indeed Grow Rich
A majority of young Americans are pessimistic about their financial futures. They shouldn't be.
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Jul 31, 2023 by Ryan Downie
1 Outdated Retirement Rule You'll Want to Forget ASAP, and 2 to Use Instead
Thinking just a little bit differently about retirement planning can go a long way.
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