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Dec 11, 2022 by Maurie Backman

Social Security: The End of 2022 Brings Us Closer to This Unwanted Milestone

It's something that could hurt current and future retirees big time.

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Dec 10, 2022 by Bram Berkowitz

How to Score an Extra $1,983 or More in Your Social Security Check

There are several actions you can take over the course of your career to increase your Social Security benefit.

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Dec 10, 2022 by Maurie Backman

Attention, Seniors: You Have Less Than 1 Month to Avoid This Costly Mistake

The consequences of this blunder could be huge.

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Dec 10, 2022 by Keith Speights

Here's the 1 Social Security Change in 2023 That's Going to Hurt the Worst

Good news: You won't feel the pain next year. Bad news: The hurt is unavoidable without major changes.

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Dec 10, 2022 by Maurie Backman

How Much Higher Will Your First Social Security Check Be in 2023?

Your monthly benefit might get a nice boost, but that doesn't tell the whole story.

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Dec 10, 2022 by Sean Williams

4 Social Security Changes Joe Biden Wants to Make: Is 2023 the Year They Become Reality?

Social Security has a $20 trillion problem, and President Biden believes he has the solution.

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Dec 9, 2022 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Here's Why You Should Save for Retirement in 2022 Even if You Never Plan to Retire

It never hurts to have a safety net.

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Dec 9, 2022 by Katie Brockman

What Everyone Gets Wrong About the Future of Social Security

Big changes could be coming to Social Security in the near future.

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Dec 9, 2022 by Maurie Backman

401(k) Hardship Withdrawals Just Reached an All-Time High

That's really not good news.

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Dec 9, 2022 by Selena Maranjian

The No. 1 Reason to Claim Social Security at Age 62

Many people simply have to start collecting their benefits early. Will you be one of them?

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Dec 9, 2022 by Selena Maranjian

10 Social Security Secrets for Even Bigger Checks

If you can act on a few of these strategies, you may be able to beef up your benefits significantly.

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Dec 9, 2022 by Dan Caplinger

When Waiting for Required Minimum Distributions Is a Big Mistake

Sometimes, maximizing a tax break takes some extra thinking.

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Dec 9, 2022 by Maurie Backman

Is Social Security's Upcoming Raise Actually a Bad Thing for Beneficiaries?

It may not be the wonderful thing seniors think it is.

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Dec 8, 2022 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®

Should You Make a Retirement Contribution Now or Save It for 2023?

Your decision will have a huge effect on your taxes.

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Dec 8, 2022 by James Brumley

How to Turn $20,000 Into $350,000 by the Time You Retire

Contrary to popular belief, investing fortunes are rarely created overnight.

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Dec 8, 2022 by Maurie Backman

3 Big HSA Mistakes to Avoid in 2023

Steer clear of these to avoid getting hurt financially.

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Dec 8, 2022 by Katie Brockman

How Much Will You Get From Social Security? Here's How to Find Out

It only takes a few minutes to check your benefit amount online.

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Dec 8, 2022 by Robin Hartill, CFP

What Happens to Unused HSA Funds at Year's End?

Got leftover HSA money? There's no rush to spend it.

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Dec 8, 2022 by Maurie Backman

Think You Can't Grow Your Social Security Benefits Beyond Age 70? Think Again.

You could still end up with a boost later in life.

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Dec 8, 2022 by Sean Williams

Social Security's Biggest Raise in 41 Years Comes With an Unpleasant Surprise

The largest nominal-dollar increase for Social Security checks in history comes with a downside.

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