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Oct 19, 2025 by Katie Brockman
Social Security's 2026 COLA Forecast: What Retirees Ages 62 to 80 Should Expect
Here's what you might expect from the COLA in 2026.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Thinking About Taking a 401(k) Loan? 5 Things to Know First
It could be the right option for you, but it's definitely not a decision to rush into.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Christy Bieber
Social Security COLA 2026 vs. 2025: How the Numbers Stack Up
Retirees are getting a Social Security raise in 2026. How will it compare to the benefits bump they got in 2025?
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Oct 19, 2025 by Matthew Benjamin
Are Social Security Payments at Risk During the Government Shutdown?
Many government services are impacted by the shutdown, but Social Security checks should continue.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Maurie Backman
3 Reasons You Risk Running Out of Money in Retirement -- And What to Do About Them
It's a scary thought, but with the right strategy, you can preserve your nest egg.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Matt Frankel, CFP
IRS Confirms 2026 Tax Bracket Updates. What Top Earners Need to Know.
Some high earners could see their tax bills go down.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Stefon Walters
How Much Is the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) if You Have $250,000 in Your Retirement Accounts?
Those using tax-deferred retirement accounts need to become familiar with the workings of RMDs.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Matt Frankel, CFP
Here's Precisely How Much Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Could Raise Monthly Payments
When the Social Security COLA is announced later this month, here's what to expect.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Dana George
Here's Exactly How I Plan to Spend My Social Security Checks in Rtirement
There is a myriad of decisions to be made regarding retirement income. While it's important to plan, it may be equally important to be ready to pivot.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Christy Bieber
Social Security Benefits Aren't Enough to Live On. The 2026 Raise Won't Change That.
Social Security retirees are going to get a cost-of-living adjustment in 2026. Here's why benefits still won't be enough to live on.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Christy Bieber
Will All Social Security Retirees Get a Benefits Increase in 2026?
Social Security is going to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in 2026. Will all retirees get a benefits increase?
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Oct 19, 2025 by Matthew Benjamin
Your Medicare Coverage Will Continue During the Shutdown--But Some Services May Not
The shutdown continues, but Medicare is mostly safe from cuts and service lapses.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Maurie Backman
4 Medicare Myths You Can't Afford to Fall For
Buying into any of these could hurt you.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Christy Bieber
What's the Truth About Taxes on Social Security Benefits?
Did taxes on Social Security get eliminated? Here's what you need to know about the reality.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Maurie Backman
Here's How Your 2026 Social Security COLA Will Be Calculated -- and Why It May Fall Short
It's important to understand the inner workings of Social Security raises.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Keith Speights
Here's the 1 Thing Trump Plans to Do About Social Security That Should Concern Retirees the Most
Some of the White House's moves have exacerbated a major issue for Social Security.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Christy Bieber
This Is Exactly How Your 2026 Social Security COLA Will Be Determined
Want to learn how big your Social Security raise will be? Here's how the COLA formula works.
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Oct 19, 2025 by Sean Williams
The Big Week Has Arrived: 7 Things You Need to Know About Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Reveal
The most anticipated Social Security announcement of the year is mere days away.
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Oct 18, 2025 by James Brumley
Will You Qualify for Social Security's Biggest Paycheck of $5,108?
There's no guesswork to it -- the underlying math is actually quite cut and dried.
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The No. 1 Habit Destroying Retirement Dreams
Credit card debt can bury you in interest. However, there are tools to help you take control.
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