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Nov 17, 2025 by Maurie Backman
The Famous 4% Rule for Retirement Doesn't Work for Me. Here's Why -- and What I Plan to Do Instead
The rule has some flaws, so I'm working around them.
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Nov 17, 2025 by Matt Frankel, CFP
Here's the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit in 2026
You might be surprised at how much income some retirees get.
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Nov 17, 2025 by Christy Bieber
1 in 5 Americans Are Making a Social Security Mistake That Could Ruin Their Retirement
Twenty-one percent have bought into a myth about Social Security that will lead to financial disaster.
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Nov 17, 2025 by Maurie Backman
I Have a Specific Plan for My Social Security Retirement Checks. Here's What It Looks Like
You may want to take a similar approach.
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Nov 17, 2025 by Keith Speights
Here's the Worst Age to Claim Social Security Retirement Benefits, According to Experts
You probably already know the answer, even if you don't necessarily like the answer.
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Nov 17, 2025 by Stefon Walters
Retirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks
Although state laws work in retirees' favor, Uncle Sam may be unavoidable.
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Nov 17, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Delaying Retirement to Boost Your Savings? Here's a Better Approach
Forcing yourself to work longer than you want to could backfire.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Bram Berkowitz
Why Most Retirees Won't Delay Social Security Until Age 70 -- Even if It Pays More
Delaying benefits as long as possible tends to allow retirees to collect the most Social Security over their lifetimes.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Katie Brockman
What All Retirees Need to Know About Social Security in 2026
Retirees can expect big changes next year -- both good and not-so-good.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Is Taking Your Required Minimum Distribution in November a Smart Move?
If you haven't taken yours yet, you're running out of time.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Bram Berkowitz
The 2026 Social Security COLA Was Announced Last Month. Here's What That Means for Retirees
The annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) determines how much benefits will increase in the following year.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Keith Speights
3 Important Social Security Changes Coming in 2026
There's also another change tied to Social Security that could have a big impact next year.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Maurie Backman
This Social Security Change Is Coming -- Whether You Like It or Not
The sooner you prepare, the better.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Christy Bieber
3 Problems With Medicare Advantage Plans Retirees Should Know About
Medicare Advantage plans sound pretty great until you read the fine print.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Christy Bieber
This Social Security Change Will Happen for the Last Time in 2026
A big change is coming to Social Security next year, but it is not a change that will repeat again in the future unless lawmakers change the rules.
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Nov 16, 2025 by James Brumley
Want the Max $5,108 Social Security Benefit? Here's the Salary You Need
Most people won't receive this amount, but there's still plenty of opportunity to secure a well-funded retirement.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Christy Bieber
Here's How Much You Should Have Invested for Retirement at Age 60
Age 60 is close to retirement age, but not quite there yet. Find out how much you should have invested for retirement by this point in your journey.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Thinking of Switching to a Medicare Advantage Plan During Open Enrollment? 5 Things You Need to Know.
Make sure you understand what you're getting into.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Keith Speights
13 States That Won't Tax Your Social Security, 401(k), IRA, or Pension Income
Some parts of the country are tax havens for retirees.
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Nov 16, 2025 by Selena Maranjian
What Every Retiree Should Know About Medicare vs. Medigap
If you don't buy a Medigap plan at the best time, it could cost you a lot.
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