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Jan 22, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Retirees (and Others) Aged 58 and Older
Here's hoping your savings exceed these average balances -- because they're troubling.
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Jan 22, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Here's When Your February 2026 Social Security Payment Will Arrive
You won't have to wait too much longer.
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Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons Retiring on Social Security Alone Is a Bad Idea in 2026
You may not want to retire just yet if you don't have other income to access.
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Jan 22, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Didn't Max Out Your 2025 IRA? Here's Some Good News.
It's not too late to sneak more money into that account.
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Jan 22, 2026 by Stefon Walters
New Year's RMD Checklist: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before Dec. 31, 2026
Stick to the deadline and keep money in your pocket instead of giving it to the IRS.
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Jan 22, 2026 by Marc Guberti
Start the New Year With a Portfolio Checkup. 3 Moves Retirees Should Make in January.
The New Year is the perfect time to review your portfolio.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
2 Big 401(k)s Changes Everyone 50 and Over Needs to Know About in 2026
These updates are extremely important.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Medicare Just Dealt Enrollees a Huge Blow in 2026
It's a change that might hurt a lot of older Americans.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
If You're Not Saving for Retirement in 1 of These Accounts, You're Making a Huge Mistake
Don't write off this potential home for your nest egg.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
2 Ways Your Ex Could Wind Up With Your 401(k) -- and How to Prevent It
Knowing this upfront can save you some major headaches.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Dana George
4 Off-the-Beaten-Path Ways to Use Your RMDs
You're not average, so why use your RMDs in an average way?
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Jan 21, 2026 by Stefon Walters
RMDs in 2026: Should You Take Yours Now or Wait Until Later This Year?
The decision largely comes down to your risk tolerance.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Doing a Roth Conversion in 2026? Beware This Pitfall.
If you're not careful, that move might come back to bite you.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Dana George
Senior Groups Suggest a Better Way to Determine Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustments
The switch from one index to another won't make anyone rich, but here's why senior groups say it makes more sense.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Dana George
Are You Required to Take an RMD? Here's How to Know for Sure
RMDs may sound complex, but the rules are really quite straightforward. Here's how to know for sure if you're supposed to take RMDs.
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Jan 21, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This May Be the Most Hated Social Security Change in 2026
Consider it a necessary evil.
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Jan 20, 2026 by Dana George
Where to Find Medical Debt Relief in Retirement
Does the thought of your medical debt make you feel a little sick? Here's where you can turn for help.
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Jan 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Should You Own a Home in Retirement?
It's not a given that owning a home is your best bet.
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Jan 20, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 RMD Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs in 2026
Don't let these blunders upend your finances.
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Jan 20, 2026 by Dana George
What Is an Investment Bank, and How Does Its Role Impact Retirees?
There may not be anything flashy about investment banks, but they play a vital role in the health of your portfolio.
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