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Aug 17, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This Stealth RMD Trick Could Save You Thousands of Dollars in Taxes
It's a tactic worth exploring.
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Aug 17, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Think You'll Spend Less in Retirement Than You Do Today? 3 Reasons That May Not Work Out Like You Expect.
This is one area where being too optimistic could come back to bite you.
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Aug 17, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons to Claim Social Security at 62
Despite the reduction in benefits, an early claim could make sense.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
The 2027 Social Security COLA Will Push the Average Spousal Benefit to a Major Milestone
Many spousal beneficiaries have been waiting years to cross this threshold.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Here's How the 2027 Social Security COLA Is Projected to Stack Up to the 2026 COLA
There's good news and bad news.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
3 Things You Give Up When You Claim Social Security at 62
You pay a price for those extra years of benefits.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Maurie Backman
You Can't Escape Inflation in Retirement. Here's How to Beat It.
The right strategy could be a game changer.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Want $100,000 in Annual Retirement Income? Here's the Nest Egg You Need.
You might be surprised by how much money you'll need to have set aside.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Maurie Backman
If You're 50 and Have More Than This Number in Your 401(k), You're Ahead of the Average
Here's how your savings stack up.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Sean Williams
Social Security's Trump Bump-Driven 2027 COLA May Lead to a Silver Lining for the First Time Since 2023
Social Security's 2027 raise is being boosted by President Donald Trump's policies -- but this might not be the biggest story.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Retirees Worried About Possible Social Security Cuts Risk Making Matters Worse if They Do This
It sounds like a good idea until you actually look at the math.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Social Security COLA Watch 2027: Here's the Latest on What to Expect
If you're eager to know what next year's raise will look like, you're not alone.
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Aug 16, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Will the 2027 Social Security COLA Exceed 4%? Here's What the Latest Estimate Says.
The 2027 Social Security COLA is finally coming into focus.
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Aug 15, 2026 by James Brumley
If You've Saved This Much for Retirement by Age 50, You're Ahead of the Game
The good news is, even if you're behind, you've still got time to catch up.
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Aug 15, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Retiring Abroad? You May Not Be Able to Get Social Security Checks in These 9 Countries
This could seriously derail your budget if you're not prepared.
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Aug 15, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Looking at RMDs in Retirement? 3 Tips to Manage Them.
Those mandatory withdrawals don't have to be a problem.
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Aug 15, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
3 Little-Known RMD Rules That Could Save You Money
You may have more options than you thought.
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Aug 15, 2026 by Dana George
Considering a Reverse Mortgage? 4 Things to Consider First.
A reverse mortgage allows homeowners to access home equity without monthly payments, but it's not without risks.
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Aug 15, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP®
Medicare Launched a New Program Last Month That Could Lead to Big Savings for Seniors
This could be just what you need to improve your health and your finances.
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Aug 15, 2026 by James Brumley
Under 35? Here's the Average Retirement Savings for People Your Age
They may be young, but many of them are off to a solid start. Even if you're not keeping pace, however, there's plenty of time to do something about it.
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