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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1 Outdated Retirement Rule You'll Want to Forget ASAP, and 2 to Use Instead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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Jul 31, 2023 by Maurie Backman

The Lesser-Known Reason You May Not Want to Delay Social Security

Holding off on benefits might mean not getting to meet your goals.

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Jul 30, 2023 by Katie Brockman

Retiring in 2024? Make Sure You Can Answer These 3 Questions First.

Don't get caught by surprise in retirement.

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Jul 30, 2023 by Keith Speights

A Double Whammy That Could Reduce Your Social Security Increase in 2024

There's also a third potential whammy to consider.

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Jul 30, 2023 by Robin Hartill, CFP

38 States That Don't Tax Social Security Benefits

Want to avoid extra taxes? Consider one of these states for retirement.

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Jul 30, 2023 by Maurie Backman

The Best Argument for Claiming Social Security at Age 70

It's all about locking in a guaranteed income stream.

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Jul 30, 2023 by Sean Williams

A New Bill Proposes Eliminating Social Security's Most-Hated Tax. Does It Have Legs?

An overwhelming majority of seniors want this Social Security tax gone -- but legislation to get rid of it faces major hurdles.

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Jul 29, 2023 by Dave Kovaleski

The Best Way to 10X Your Retirement Savings in 20 Years

Investing doesn't have to be hard.

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Jul 29, 2023 by Maurie Backman

Is Social Security Really Designed to Keep Up With Inflation?

Benefits are adjusted for inflation every year. Whether that's adequate is a different story.

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Jul 29, 2023 by Selena Maranjian

5 Social Security Mistakes You Probably Don't Even Realize You're Making

The fewer blunders you make, the bigger your Social Security benefits may be.

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Jul 29, 2023 by Keith Speights

How to Build a Millionaire Retirement While Barely Lifting a Finger

Retiring as a millionaire is attainable for many Americans.

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Jul 29, 2023 by Stefon Walters

Here's What Recent Data Says About Your 2024 Social Security Benefits

Although inflation is headed in the right direction, experts have raised their COLA expectations.

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Jul 29, 2023 by Sean Williams

Statistically Speaking, This Is the Best Age to Claim Social Security Benefits -- and It's Not Even Close

Nearly three out of five retired workers can maximize their lifetime Social Security benefit by taking their payout at a very specific age.

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Jul 28, 2023 by Christy Bieber

How to Score an Extra $1,983 Per Social Security Check

Waiting until age 70 to claim Social Security benefits can give you a lot more money every month to enjoy.

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Jul 28, 2023 by Maurie Backman

Your 2024 Social Security COLA May Be Smaller Than Expected for This Reason

It's not just a matter of cooling inflation.

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Jul 28, 2023 by Ryan Downie

3 No-Brainer Retirement Savings Hacks That You'll Thank Yourself for Later

These strategies will help you build even more wealth for retirement.

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Jul 28, 2023 by Katie Brockman

Want to Double Your Retirement Savings? Take Advantage of This Perk.

If you have access to a 401(k), you may be able to earn more than you think.

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Jul 28, 2023 by Trevor Jennewine

When Should Retirees Start Social Security? This Is the Best Age for Most People, According to Some Experts

The median worker aged 45 to 62 could increase their lifetime discretionary spending by $182,000 by delaying Social Security retirement benefits until age 70.

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Jul 27, 2023 by Adam Levy

1 Retirement Chart Gen Z Must See

Is Gen Z too optimistic about retirement?

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Jul 27, 2023 by Ryan Downie

This Retirement Savings Pitfall Is All Too Common. Here's How to Steer Clear.

These strategies address the biggest problem in retirement planning.

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