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Aug 23, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Choosing This Retirement Account Over a Traditional 401(k) Could Mean Keeping More of Your Social Security Benefits
If you want to keep more of your Social Security money, there's a simple way to do that.
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Aug 23, 2026 by Sean Williams
Here's How Much Social Security's Trump Bump-Driven 2027 COLA Is Projected to Boost Benefits
Beefier Social Security payouts are on the horizon for more than 71 million traditional beneficiaries.
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Aug 23, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The Roth Conversion Mistake Too Many Pre-Retirees Make
If you don't manage conversions the right way, they could cost you.
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Aug 23, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's 2027 COLA Is Shaping Up to Be a True Good News/Bad News Situation
Retirees need to be aware of what to expect.
Medicare
Aug 23, 2026 by Dana George
Medicare Out-of-Pocket Costs Are Set to Increase in 2027: What Seniors Should Budget For
Creating a fresh budget now could help you cover the higher cost of Medicare in the new year.
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Aug 23, 2026 by Keith Speights
Why Social Security's Shrinking COLA Forecast for 2027 May Benefit Retirees
Paradoxically, a lower Social Security COLA could put more money into the hands of retirees.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 of the Worst RMD Mistakes Retirees Make -- and How to Avoid Them
Steer clear of these to avoid financial pain.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
If You're 60 Years Old and Have This 401(k) Balance, You're Ahead of Your Peers
Here's how to know how your 401(k) stacks up.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
How Delaying Social Security 3 Years Could Add 24% to Your Monthly Checks
This could have a lasting effect on the quality of your retirement.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Christy Bieber
5 Common Social Security Myths That Just Won't Die
Many people have misconceptions about Social Security, and those myths could come at a cost.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
What Every 67-Year-Old Should Know About Social Security
Here's some crucial information to be aware of.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
What the Typical Retirement Saver Over 70 Actually Has Stashed Away
Investors like to compare themselves to others, and there's no bigger comparison to consider than retirement savings.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Sean Williams
A Second Consecutive Trump Bump Has Social Security's 2027 COLA on Pace for a Double Dose of History
President Donald Trump's policies should allow Social Security's annual raise to make history on two fronts in 2027.
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Aug 22, 2026 by James Brumley
Social Security Recipients Could Soon Work Without Benefit Penalties
A rule that's prevented a portion of Social Security's beneficiaries from working as much as they'd like to in retirement may be on the verge of being undone.
Medicare
Aug 22, 2026 by Dana George
Open Enrollment Is Just Weeks Away -- Is It Worth Switching to Medicare Advantage?
Your main window to change Medicare or switch to Medicare Advantage is Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Worried About Social Security Cuts? Here's 1 Thing You Don't Want to Do.
Don't let fear drive you toward a bad decision.
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Aug 22, 2026 by Christy Bieber
This 401(k) Move Could Cost Retirees Up to $487 a Month for a Year
Decisions you make about your 401(k) can have a big effect on your financial security.
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Aug 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Every Social Security Beneficiary Should Have This Day Marked on Their Calendar
There are only a few more weeks to go until the biggest Social Security announcement of the year.
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Aug 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The Average 401(k) Balance Is Near Record Highs. But Is It Enough to Retire On?
The question might not be as straightforward as it first appears.
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Aug 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Medicare Beneficiaries Could Pay More for Prescription Drugs Next Year, Thanks to President Trump
Brace yourself for this price hike.
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