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Sep 7, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
Oh No -- There's a Proposal Afloat to Shrink Social Security's Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs)
This proposal would give 80% of beneficiaries a smaller annual increase than they would get with the current system.
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Sep 7, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
What Retirement Really Looks Like With Average Savings and Social Security at 62
You won't be living in the lap of luxury, but there are ways to improve your situation.
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Sep 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Are You Ready for Early Retirement? 3 Signs You Can Safely Move Forward.
If these apply to you, consider it the all-clear.
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Sep 7, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's Grim Reality: The Most Popular Solution, Taxing the Rich, Won't Fix the Problem
Taxing the well-to-do buys Social Security time, but it doesn’t come close to resolving its funding shortfall.
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Sep 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
A Key Clue About Social Security's 2027 COLA Should Be Revealed This Week
Beneficiaries should be on the lookout for an important update.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Think Your Next Social Security Raise Will Be Enough? History Says Otherwise.
Don't bank too heavily on a big boost to your finances.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Leaving Your Job Could Cost You Your 401(k) Match If You Haven't Met This Overlooked Rule
You definitely don't want to quit your job without reviewing this first.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
3 Signs You Shouldn't Claim Social Security at 62
It's not always the wrong call, but it could be in these situations.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Thinking About Retiring at 55? The Hidden Health Insurance Trap You Must Plan For.
Don't let a potentially huge expense fly under your radar.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's Trump Bump-Led 2027 COLA Should Have Its First Silver Lining Since 2023, but There's a Steep Price to Pay for This Victory
Outsize Trump bumps can shorten the timeline to sweeping Social Security benefit cuts.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Mark Your Calendar: Here's the Exact Date the Next Social Security COLA Will Be Announced
Retirees should have an answer soon enough.
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Sep 6, 2026 by Adam Levy
The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Coming Into Focus: How Inflationary Trump-Era Policies Could Push Social Security Benefits Higher Next Year
Prices are going up, and Social Security beneficiaries can expect a benefits boost to match.
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Sep 5, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
3 Things Too Many People Get Wrong About Spousal Social Security Benefits
Correcting these misconceptions will help you squeeze the most out of your spousal benefits.
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Sep 5, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Could Drain Your Retirement Savings Faster Than a Bear Market
There's one dangerous factor that needs to be on your radar.
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Sep 5, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Think You'll Claim Social Security at 62? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions First.
There are different factors to consider before putting in an early claim.
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Sep 5, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's Trump Bump-Driven 2027 COLA Comes With Potentially Serious Unintended Consequences
There’s a steep price to pay for outsize Social Security raises.
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Sep 5, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Social Security Changes Coming Alongside the Next COLA
Gear up for these important updates.
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Sep 4, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Why Claiming Social Security at 70 Could Be the Smartest Retirement Move You Ever Make
It could make a difference in multiple regards.
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Sep 4, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Turning 73? The RMD Deadline You Can't Afford to Miss.
It's a blunder that could cost you big time.
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Sep 4, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Think a 22% Social Security Cut Is Bad? This Popular Move Could Cost You 30%.
A surprising number of people do this every day.
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