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May 9, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
How to Recession-Proof Your Retirement Income Before Summer 2026
You can't avoid recessions, but you can prepare for them with stocks like these.
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May 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Should You Claim Social Security at 62? 3 Situations Where It Actually Pays Off.
An early filing isn't always a bad choice.
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May 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
A 7% Social Security Benefit Cut Could Be Just 6 Years Away. What You Need to Know
Changes are coming for Social Security one way or another.
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May 9, 2026 by James Brumley
Why Financial Advisors Say Retirees Need Multiple Sources of Income in 2026
Things have never been easy for most retired Americans, money-wise. But, soon they're likely to get much tougher.
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May 9, 2026 by Adam Levy
Social Security's Income Inequality Problem Could Hit Retirees Hard
Retirees are facing a big benefits cut, but Congress could help.
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May 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Inflation Is Still Hurting Retirees. 3 Smart Income Moves to Make Right Now.
Higher prices don't seem to be going away. Here's how retirees can cope.
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May 9, 2026 by Dana George
Why Maxing Out My 401(k) Put a Kink in My Retirement Plans
There are few savings tools as powerful as a 401(k). However, it's also important to have access to other account types.
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May 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Steps to Get Your Retirement Portfolio Recession-Ready
A few key moves could protect the wealth you've worked hard to build.
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May 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Can You Live Off Portfolio Earnings Alone in Retirement?
It might seem like a good plan, but it has some pitfalls.
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May 8, 2026 by Dana George
Beyond the 401(k): 3 Easy Ways to Enhance Your Retirement Savings
Whether or not you have a 401(k), it's never a bad idea to save more for retirement.
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May 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Big or Small? Why the 2027 Social Security COLA Could Surprise Retirees.
At this point, next year's raise could go either way.
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May 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Could Be Your Ticket to Not Running Out of Money in Retirement
It's a really simple rule to follow.
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May 7, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Social Security Isn't Just for Workers and Spouses. 3 Other Surprising Ways You Can Qualify.
You don't want to miss these little-known opportunities to claim Social Security checks.
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May 7, 2026 by Stefon Walters
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 67 in 2026
The average recipient will receive over $2,000 monthly.
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May 7, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Extra Cash? What to Do After You've Maxed Out Your Retirement Accounts.
There are still ways to set aside more money for your future.
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May 7, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
What Happens to Your IRA When You Die -- and What Your Heirs Need to Know
Understanding these rules will help your heirs squeeze the most out of their inheritance.
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May 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Roth Conversions Look Simple -- Until You Hit These 3 Hidden Traps
These "gotchas" could undermine the benefits of a conversion in the first place.
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May 7, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
3 Retirement Rules Most People Learn Too Late -- and How to Get Ahead of Them
These issues are avoidable with careful planning.
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May 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Signs You're Claiming Social Security Too Soon
You may want to hold off on filing for benefits in these situations.
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May 6, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Planning to Own a Home in Retirement? Don't Fall Into This Trap.
It could throw your finances for a loop.
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