Jan 31, 2026 by Maurie Backman3 Reasons You Might Hate Being a Medicare Enrollee in 2026Changes to Medicare this year are making it a lot more expensive.
Jan 31, 2026 by Stefon WaltersLiving in One of These 42 States? You're in Luck When It Comes to Social Security.You could keep more of your Social Security benefits.
Jan 31, 2026 by Maurie BackmanHere's 1 Investment I'm Not Letting Go of in RetirementYou may want to consider it to build retirement wealth and get access to income later in life.
Jan 31, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFPHere's the Average Social Security Spousal Benefit by AgeAge matters when it comes to spousal benefits. Here are the numbers to show you just how much.
Jan 31, 2026 by Dana GeorgeHow Raising the Full Retirement Age Affects Social Security BenefitsIt could cost the average retiree more than you'd think.
Jan 31, 2026 by Maurie BackmanWill Social Security's 2027 COLA Be Larger or Smaller Than 2026's? Here's What We Know So Far.Here's a sneak peek into the future.
Jan 31, 2026 by Sean WilliamsSocial Security's Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Has a Fatal Flaw -- and Seniors Are Paying the PriceSocial Security's inflation-measuring yardstick continues to come up short for those who rely most on Social Security income.
Jan 31, 2026 by Maurie BackmanRetiring on Just $250,000? Here's What Your Life Might Look LikeWhile everyone is different, here's a snapshot of what to expect if you've saved roughly what the average boomer has.
Jan 30, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPHere's How Much of Your Pre-Retirement Income Social Security Is Supposed to CoverIt was never supposed to be your whole retirement plan.
Jan 30, 2026 by Maurie BackmanThis 2026 401(k) Change Offers Savers a Huge Hidden BenefitIt may seem like a negative change, but there's a huge silver lining.
Jan 30, 2026 by Motley Fool StaffTax-Smart Retirement Planning and the Long-Term Return of GoldBefore you start socking away money for retirement, you'll need to pick an account type. But choose wisely -- because it'll shape your tax bill today and potentially decades from now.
Jan 30, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP1 Major Reason to Open a Roth IRA in 2026Your future self will thank you for this.
Jan 30, 2026 by Maurie BackmanWhy Some Americans Have a Negative Net Worth -- and How to Avoid ItThere's a way to avoid that unwanted fate.
Jan 30, 2026 by Christy BieberEarning Less Than $184,500 in 2026? This Social Security Change Could Affect You.The government is taxing more income.
Jan 30, 2026 by Maurie BackmanStuck Taking an RMD in 2026? 4 Ways to Make the Most Of It.Don't be bummed over mandatory withdrawals. Instead, put them to good use.
Jan 30, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPThere's a New Exception to the 401(k) Early Withdrawal Penalty. Should You Use It?There are definite pros and cons to taking a 401(k) withdrawal for this.
Jan 30, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPAre You Beating the Average Social Security Benefit?The average benefit has reached a historic high, but it may not go as far as you'd hoped.
Jan 30, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFPGetting Divorced? Here's What That Means for Your Social Security Benefits.This is one area where you and your ex could remain intertwined long after the divorce is finalized.
Jan 30, 2026 by Dana GeorgeReceiving Social Security Benefits? Discover Why You May Struggle to Get Help from Your Local Office.In 2025, Social Security Administration employees were suddenly faced with a heavier workload. Here's how that can impact you when you need help.
Jan 29, 2026 by Maurie BackmanGetting a Tax Refund in 2026? Here's the Best Thing to Do With It.It's important to put that money to good use.