Retirement News

The Social Security Fairness Act made major changes to retirement benefits for spouses and public sector workers.

It could pay to extend your career.

It's not just tax-free withdrawals you can benefit from.

The Motley Fool ranked all 50 states based on what retirees say actually matters. Here are the best.

This number can provide a lot of perspective on time regarding Social Security.

You can retire in the Western U.S. without blowing a hole through your retirement portfolio.

The average is surprisingly high, although the average number itself is also a bit misleading.

Make sure you're really ready before moving forward.

Historic energy supply chain disruption may be a recipe for beefier Social Security checks next year -- but it's not a panacea for a persistent loss of purchasing power.

Earning the biggest possible check from Social Security requires a big sacrifice for most.

Doing this one thing can help you receive every dollar you've worked for.

It's really not a good plan.

The government is using artificial intelligence (AI) to review requests for Medicare to cover treatments.

If you earn a lot, your premiums may cost more than expected.

Feel free to let your money sit here as long as you'd like.

It's definitely not too early to start thinking about them.

Here's how to make a smart savings decision.

You won't get a second chance to earn this money.

There's a lot to love about Florida, but it's important to weigh the drawbacks, too.

If your taxable income is too low, you may not benefit from the new $6,000 tax deduction.