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Mar 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Working and Claiming Social Security at 62? 2 Things That Could Happen.
Make sure you're prepared for these things before you submit your application.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Worried Market Volatility Will Hurt Your Retirement Savings? Here's the 1 Important Thing to Know.
It can be nerve wracking, but there may be less to worry about than you'd think.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's Exactly When to Expect Your April 2026 Social Security Benefit
It's right around the corner.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's the Average Woman's Social Security Benefit at Ages 62 to 70
The answers are surprising -- and not in a good way.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Inherited an IRA? The 10-Year Rule Is Now Being Enforced -- What You Must Do
Understanding this rule is key to avoiding problems with the IRS.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Christy Bieber
3 Investing Myths That May Be Costing You Serious Money
If you've fallen for these myths, it could cost you.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
What the 2026 Social Security and Medicare Changes Mean for Your Monthly Budget
It's important to know how both programs have shifted.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Eric Volkman
3 Best Places to Retire in 2026 for Quality of Life, Housing Affordability, and Safety
Every retiree has different criteria for their post-career home.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Keith Speights
7 Simple Steps to Lower Your Social Security Benefit Taxes
All of the approaches to minimizing Social Security benefit taxes share a common denominator.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Keith Speights
Has Congress Really Stolen Trillions From Social Security? Here's the Truth
The real problem isn't theft. It's demographics.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
One Question Can Make or Break Your Retirement. Most People Never Think to Ask It.
Ignoring this one issue can end up slashing the value of your nest egg in half.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Medicare Advantage Plans: Great Deal or Hidden Risk?
It's important to know what you're signing up for.
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Mar 29, 2026 by Dana George
Why and How to Consolidate Multiple Retirement Accounts
When dealing with multiple accounts feels like too much, it's possible to simplify.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Roth 401(k) Accounts No Longer Require RMDs -- What That Changes for Your Strategy
You now get a lot more freedom.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Is Hawaii Really the Worst State to Retire In?
Retiring in paradise comes at a high cost for many retirees.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The Sneaky Reason Your Medicare Costs Could Double
You're not going to like what it is.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Can a Married Couple Retire on Social Security Alone?
It's not a simple yes or no.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
This Could Be Your Best Retirement Account if You Plan to Retire in Your Mid-50s
This little-known rule could save you tons of money in retirement.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Justin Pope
What Happens to Your 401(k) When You Die? What Heirs Need to Know in 2026.
It would be tragic if you or a loved one's life savings fell into the wrong hands.
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Mar 28, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Social Security Filing Myths That Could Cost Retirees Thousands
Buying into the wrong information could cost you.
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