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Sep 4, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Another 2027 Social Security COLA Update Is Coming on Sept. 11. What to Watch For.
The 2027 COLA picture is finally coming into focus.
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Sep 4, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's Upcoming COLA Has a Flaw That Costs Seniors Every Year
Beneficiaries should have realistic expectations going into 2027.
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Sep 3, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Is Your 401(k) Balance Higher or Lower Than the Average 40-Year-Old's? Here's How to Find Out.
You may be curious as to how your savings stack up.
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Sep 3, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's What the 2027 Social Security COLA Could Do to the Average 62-Year-Old's Benefit
This could give you a rough idea of what might be coming your way in January.
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Sep 3, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's How Much the Maximum Social Security Benefit at 62, FRA, and 70 Could Change With a 3.6% 2027 COLA
Even Social Security's richest beneficiaries may get a smaller boost than you expect.
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Sep 3, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's 2027 COLA Might Disappoint: Here's How Retirees Can Cope
The upcoming raise may not help seniors' finances too much.
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Sep 3, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Switching From a Spousal to a Survivor Social Security Benefit? 3 Changes to Expect.
This single shift could have an enormous effect on your finances.
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Sep 3, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's 2027 COLA Could Surpass This Year's by Far. But Is That a Good Thing? Here's the Truth.
A larger raise may not be as wonderful a thing as it seems.
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Sep 2, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The 1 Reason to Delay Social Security When You Don't Expect to Live a Long Life
It may seem like it doesn't make sense, but it's a move that may be worthwhile.
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Sep 2, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Steps to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement
With the right strategy, you can protect against rising costs.
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Sep 2, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security's 2027 COLA: What We Know So Far, and What We Don't
There are clues as to what next year's raise might look like, but we don't have the full picture yet.
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Sep 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
I'm Planning to Downsize in Retirement. You May Want to Do the Same.
In my book, there's lots to be gained by moving to a smaller space.
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Sep 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
The Little-Known Social Security Rule That Could Score You Larger Benefits After You've Filed
This option should be on your radar, especially if you claimed benefits early.
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Sep 1, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Your Social Security Checks Won't Be the Only Thing Changing in 2027. 3 Other Program Updates to Expect Next Year.
Workers and seniors alike may notice some changes in 2027.
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Sep 1, 2026 by Christy Bieber
3 Situations Where Claiming Social Security at 62 Actually Makes the Most Sense
A Social Security claim at 62 isn't always a bad choice. Here's when it's a smart move.
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Sep 1, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Can You Really Work While Collecting Social Security? The Key Rule You Need to Know.
It's important to understand the impact of having a paycheck in addition to your monthly benefits.
Serious senior holding document and looking at laptop
Aug 31, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's What Retirement Could Look Like for a 65-Year-Old With Average Savings, Plus Social Security
It might not be what you expect.
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Aug 31, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
Billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller Just Issued a Blunt Warning to Social Security Retirees
Stanley Druckenmiller said that entitlement cuts are inevitable.
Person sitting on floor using laptop
Aug 31, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The Average 401(k) Balance Is $155,800. Here's What That Doesn't Tell You.
Knowing how you stack up to other workers doesn't tell you as much as you'd think.
Man mid aged laptop stressed
Aug 31, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
50 or Older? Forgetting About This 2026 401(k) Rule Change Could Cost You Big-Time.
There are serious tax consequences for getting this wrong.
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