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Jan 19, 2022 by Maurie Backman
3 Steps to Claiming the $4,194 Max Monthly Social Security Benefit
Are you in line for a massive payday?
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Jan 18, 2022 by Katie Brockman
Sorry to Say: You Probably Shouldn't Claim Social Security at 62
There are drawbacks to claiming early.
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Jan 18, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Planning to Claim Social Security at 67? You May Need to Rethink That
While 67 may seem like a good age to sign up for benefits, you may want to choose a different age.
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Jan 17, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Speeding Toward Retirement With a Savings Shortfall? Here's What to Do
If retirement is nearing and your savings are lacking, you're not necessarily doomed.
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Jan 17, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Already Hate Your Medicare Plan? Here's What to Do
You might have options if your Medicare coverage isn't working out.
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Jan 16, 2022 by Maurie Backman
How to Cope if Inflation Is Wrecking Your Retirement Budget
Living costs are soaring. Here's what retirees can do to get by.
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Jan 16, 2022 by Maurie Backman
The 1 Retirement Benefit You Can Only Get With a Roth IRA
Though there are plenty of good reasons to save in a Roth IRA, here's one perk you can't ignore.
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Jan 16, 2022 by Maurie Backman
This Could Be the Best Reason to Delay Social Security
It's a reason you may not have thought of until now.
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Jan 15, 2022 by Katie Brockman
Retirees in These 13 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks
You may not receive as much as you think.
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Jan 15, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Why I'm Planning for an Early Retirement -- Even Though I Don't Want One
Although I don't have the desire to retire early, I may not get that choice.
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Jan 15, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Here's How Social Security Can Make Up for Missing Savings
If your IRA or 401(k) isn't all that strong, one key move could make it possible for Social Security to come to the rescue.
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Jan 14, 2022 by Maurie Backman
5 Social Security Numbers to Know in 2022
Here's vital information to be aware of -- whether you're claiming benefits or not.
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Jan 13, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Retiring With $1 Million? You May Get Less Annual Income Than Expected
A $1 million nest egg could end up disappointing you.
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Jan 13, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Claiming Social Security at 70 Could Benefit You -- Except in This 1 Scenario
Waiting as long as possible to sign up for benefits doesn't always make sense.
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Jan 12, 2022 by Maurie Backman
3 Seemingly Innocent Moves That Could Slash Your Social Security Income
These simple mistakes could have major consequences.
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Jan 12, 2022 by Maurie Backman
4 Reasons You Might Struggle If You Retire in Your 50s
You might think you're OK to retire in your 50s, but make sure you know what you're getting into.
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Jan 11, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Seniors on Social Security May Get to Keep More of Their 2022 Benefits for This Reason
Talk about potential good news.
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Jan 10, 2022 by Chuck Saletta
Your New IRA and 401(k) Contribution Windows for 2022
You only have a limited amount of time to make 401(k) and IRA contributions for 2022, and the amount you can contribute is limited, too. Make the most of what you have available.
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Jan 10, 2022 by Maurie Backman
3 Great Reasons to Take Social Security Benefits at 62
Claiming benefits as early as possible could be a smart idea after all.
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Jan 9, 2022 by Maurie Backman
Planning to Claim Social Security at 70? It May Not Work Out
Delaying your filing is a good idea. But it's an option you may not manage to capitalize on.
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