Jul 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®I Used to Think $2 Million Was More Than I'd Ever Need for Retirement. Here's Why I've Changed My Mind.Retirement will look a lot different in a few decades than it does today.
Jul 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Should You Sign Up for Social Security and Medicare at the Same Time? 3 Things You Should KnowMaking the wrong move here could prove costly in the long run.
Jul 13, 2026 by Christy BieberOops, I Claimed Social Security Too Soon. What Now?If you claim Social Security early and you regret it, you aren't without options. Here's what you can do.
Jul 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Should You Retire Early With Social Security on the Verge of Insolvency?It's a tricky situation, and it's worth thinking through carefully.
Jul 13, 2026 by Christy BieberThe Social Security COLA Watch Has Begun for 2027: Key Indicators to Track This SummerThe official COLA will be announced in October, but there are some key metrics to watch now to be ready.
Jul 13, 2026 by Maurie BackmanThis "Stealth" RMD Strategy Could Cost YouDon't assume it's a smart move.
Jul 13, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®Is Claiming Social Security at 70 Actually Worth It? Here's the Math.Figuring out your optimal claiming age could give you a much more comfortable retirement.
Jul 13, 2026 by Maurie BackmanClaiming Social Security Spousal Benefits? This Is the 1 Thing You Can't Afford to Get Wrong.There's one specific rule too many people risk botching.
Jul 13, 2026 by Christy BieberI Have $500,000. Can I Afford to Retire?Whether you can retire with $500,000 or not depends heavily on your spending and what other income sources you may have.
Jul 12, 2026 by Christy BieberThe Optimal Age to Claim Social Security Benefits May Surprise YouMost retirees don't claim Social Security at the right age, and it could cost them.
Jul 12, 2026 by Maurie BackmanRetiring with $1.2 Million? Here's How to Avoid Running Out of SavingsThe right strategy is crucial if you want your money to last.
Jul 12, 2026 by Maurie BackmanYour Retirement Plan Needs to Beat Inflation. Here's How.It's not enough to simply hope for the best.
Jul 12, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®This Possible Social Security "Fix" Would Act as an Indirect Benefit Cut to Millions of AmericansThis could be a game changer for your retirement plan -- and not in a good way.
Jul 12, 2026 by Maurie BackmanSocial Security Retirees: Here's Exactly When to Expect an Official 2027 COLA AnnouncementYou're going to have to sit tight a bit longer to get an answer.
Jul 12, 2026 by Keith SpeightsWaiting Until 70 for Social Security Could Cost You Money. Here's the Math Nobody Shows You.The conventional wisdom about when to claim Social Security could be wrong for many Americans.
Jul 11, 2026 by Maurie BackmanWhat to Do if You're Behind on Retirement Savings at Age 60Don't assume you're a lost cause.
Jul 11, 2026 by Maurie BackmanWhat to Do With Your 401(k) If Retirement Is 3 Years AwayIt's time to give your savings a close look.
Jul 11, 2026 by Dana GeorgeAre You Reinvesting Your RMD as a Retiree? Here's What You Need to Know.Here's how to develop a strategy that makes the most of your required withdrawals.
Jul 11, 2026 by Sean WilliamsSocial Security's Historic 2027 COLA May Have a Silver Lining for the First Time Since 2023The potential for the fourth-largest Social Security raise since 1991 is only half the story for retirees in 2027.
Jul 11, 2026 by Maurie BackmanHere's How Much the Average Social Security Check Could Increase in 2027 If Current COLA Projections Are CorrectThe typical benefit could rise substantially.