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Retirement News

The Motley Fool's most recent retirement and social security news coverage.

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Apr 11, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Working While on Social Security? Here's a Key Rule Retirees Need to Know
Make sure you understand it fully.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
As the April 15 Deadline Approaches, the IRA Is One of the Most Overlooked Tax Breaks in Retirement Planning
Individual retirement accounts offer taxpayers a good way to lower their 2025 tax bill.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
This Proposal Could Spell Disaster for Your Medicare
This proposal could prevent many people from obtaining valuable "Medigap" supplemental plans.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Dana George
I'm Alarmed That 76% of Americans Don't Understand This One Fact About Social Security
To make the best decision for youself, it pays to know all the facts. Here's what you should know about Social Security.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Marc Guberti
Can You Still Contribute to an IRA If You're Already Retired? What to Know Before April 15
Retirees who still work are eligible to contribute to IRAs before April 15. Here's how to tell if you qualify.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Could We Be Looking at a Worst-Case Scenario for the Social Security COLA?
The next Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could be a big problem.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Here's Why the New $6,000 Senior Tax Deduction Does Some Retirees No Good
Not everyone gets to benefit.
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Apr 11, 2026 by Christy Bieber
Congress Reveals a Huge Problem Leading to Higher Medicare Premiums
Seniors who rely on Medicare should be aware of a troubling reason why costs are rising.
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Apr 10, 2026 by Katie Brockman
Should You Really Start Taking Social Security in 2026? Here's What the Data Says
There are a few factors to consider when deciding whether it's time to take benefits.
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Apr 10, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Social Security Benefit in 2026?
Claiming checks doesn't always mean your benefit is permanently locked in.
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Apr 10, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Filing for Social Security at 62 Could Cost You Far More Than You Think -- Even If It Seems Tempting Now
Read this before you decide you absolutely refuse to wait.
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Apr 10, 2026 by Stefon Walters
What Happens to Your IRA When You Die? What Heirs Need to Know in 2026.
The rules largely depend on whether you're the surviving spouse.
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Apr 10, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Your Medicare Premiums Could Cost Almost $700 a Month in 2026. Here's Why.
For some enrollees, the cost can be huge.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
A Big Change Is Coming to Medicare in July 2026
This could save you a ton of money on prescription drug costs.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Using a Health Savings Account for Retirement Funds? Avoid These 3 Mistakes
They may not seem that costly in the moment, but these moves can come back to bite you.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Make Less Than $50,000 Per Year? These Are Your Top 2 Retirement Accounts.
These accounts can help you stretch your retirement savings as far as possible.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Forced Into Retirement Before You're Ready? Here Are 3 Critical Moves to Make.
It's important to know what to do.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Social Security Has Never Missed a Payment. Will That Change Soon?
The program is in a very difficult spot right now.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
3 Times Red Tape Could Stand in the Way of You Receiving Your Social Security Benefits
Don't wait until you're in one of these situations to figure out what to do next.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
You Can Still Contribute $7,000 to a 2025 IRA Before April 15 -- Here's Who Qualifies
There's still time to contribute tax-advantaged funds to your retirement account that will count toward your 2025 limit.
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