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Jan 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Is the First Thing Retirement Savers Should Do in 2026
Make this move before the year gets rolling.
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Jan 1, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Claimed Social Security Early? There Are Only 2 Ways to Undo Early Filing Penalties.
If you got hit with early filing penalties after an early Social Security claim, you have a few options for getting your benefit amount back up.
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Jan 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Important Things to Know About Social Security in 2026
A new year means there's lots to know about this important program.
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Jan 1, 2026 by Sean Williams
7 Social Security Changes That Take Effect Today
More than a half-dozen changes, ranging from the amount beneficiaries receive each month to the payroll tax liability of workers, are now in effect.
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Dec 31, 2025 by Maurie Backman
4 Retirement Myths You Can't Afford to Believe
Steer clear of misinformation -- it could hurt you big time.
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Dec 31, 2025 by Christy Bieber
This Is Exactly How Much You Can Earn in 2026 Before Your Social Security Payroll Tax Increases
You may owe more Social Security tax in 2026.
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Dec 31, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Retiring in 2026? 3 Strategies for Making Your Money Last.
With the right approach, you can reduce your risk of running out of money.
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Dec 31, 2025 by Christy Bieber
What's the Best Social Security Claiming Strategy in 2026?
If you're thinking about claiming Social Security in 2026, you need a solid strategy to make sure you're optimizing your benefits.
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Dec 31, 2025 by Christy Bieber
There's a Surprising Downside to the Change in Social Security Work Rules in 2026
Social Security's work rules are changing in 2026, and the news isn't all good.
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Dec 31, 2025 by Maurie Backman
These 2 Social Security Changes in 2026 Could Deal Working Americans a Major Blow
Make sure to keep these changes on your radar.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Christy Bieber
This Is Exactly How Much Income You Can Earn in 2026 Before You Might Owe Tax on Social Security
Will your Social Security benefits be taxed next year?
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Dec 30, 2025 by Maurie Backman
3 Ways to Get More Out of Your HSA in 2026
With the right strategy, your HSA can go further.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Christy Bieber
You Don't Have to Max Out Your IRA by the End of 2025. Here's the Real Deadline.
If you haven't contributed to your 2025 IRA, it's not too late to take action.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Bram Berkowitz
Will You Qualify for Social Security's Biggest Paycheck of $5,251 in 2026?
The maximum monthly Social Security check that any U.S. retiree will be able to earn is likely to be around $5,251 in 2026.
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Dec 30, 2025 by James Brumley
3 Steps to Take to Collect the Max Monthly Social Security Check in Retirement
Most people never see the biggest-possible payment, but everyone can do at least a little more to maximize their particular benefit.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Dana George
Still Paying Bank Fees? How to Get the Bank Account You Deserve
Why pay more for banking than absolutely necessary? Here's how to find a bank or credit union that won't take money from your account.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Katie Brockman
Wondering What to Expect for Next Year's Social Security COLA? Here's What History Says Could Be Coming in 2026.
History has some not-so-good news for retirees.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Don't Have a 401(k)? Here Are 3 Other Retirement Savings Options You Can Look At in 2026.
You're not doomed just because you don't have a workplace plan.
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Dec 30, 2025 by Trevor Jennewine
Spousal Social Security Benefits: 4 Things Retired Couples Must Know in 2026
Married couples that don't understand spousal benefits could miss out on income in retirement.
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