Retirement News

If you are married, there are a few key things that you need to know about how Social Security spousal benefits work.

If you are still working, you need to take care of these retirement tasks in 2025 before the year comes to an end.

Over half of all Americans are making a big Social Security mistake that could come at a huge cost.

Social Security announced the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, but there's another number you need to focus on.

There are benefits to hold down a job, but make sure to keep these potential drawbacks on your radar.

The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment means extra money is coming, but when will it be here?

We now know the raise Social Security recipients can expect in 2026.

Believe it or not, double-digit COLAs aren't impossible.

The Social Security program will undergo certain changes next year that will impact retired-worker benefits.

It's not necessarily a bad idea, provided you've thought things through.

You definitely want to know these things before you put any money in your HSA next year.

Don't look at RMDs as a burden. Rather, consider them another way to make the most of your money.

With the right portfolio, you can outpace inflation and maintain the buying power you need.

Given the number of rules surrounding RMDs, it's easy to make an error.

The 401(k) contribution limits are going up in 2026, and it does not make sense for everyone to try to max out their benefit.

Before you sign up for one of these plans, know what you may be getting into.

Unless Congress acts, Social Security retirees will continue to face a big financial issue.

You may have to push even harder to get that maximum payday.

Here's what retirees and workers can expect heading into the new year.

It's never too early to start planning if you want Social Security's biggest benefit.