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Retirement News

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

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Apr 9, 2026 by Maurie Backman
You Might Regret Ignoring This Social Security Strategy -- Especially If You're Married
It's a big opportunity to miss out on.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Adam Levy
Spousal IRA Rules Every Married Couple Should Know Before the April 15 Deadline
You might be able to contribute more to an IRA than you realize.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Christy Bieber
The Surprising Reason Why Over 2.5 Million Social Security Retirees Aren't Eligible for the New Senior Tax Deduction
The new senior tax deduction was promoted as eliminating tax on Social Security, but many Social Security recipients won't qualify for it.
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Apr 9, 2026 by Dana George
Social Security Claiming Strategies for Couples: Maximize Your Household Benefits
It takes a plan to make the most of Social Security benefits.
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Apr 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
It's Not Too Late to Make This Crucial Retirement Savings Move
Don't pass up the opportunity.
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Apr 8, 2026 by Leo Sun
The April 1 RMD Deadline Is Here -- What First-Year Retirees Need to Know
Should you double up on RMDs in your first year?
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Apr 8, 2026 by Dana George
Moving Abroad for Retirement? Be Sure to Make These 6 Money Moves.
More retirees than ever are moving abroad. Do you plan to become one of them?
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Apr 8, 2026 by Christy Bieber
We're Less Than 9 Months Away From These Social Security Changes
Retirees should start planning for the 2027 changes now.
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Apr 8, 2026 by Stefon Walters
Don't Miss the April 15 IRA Deadline. It Could Cost You Thousands
Don't underestimate the power of time even on a small investment.
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Apr 8, 2026 by James Brumley
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Retirees and It's Not Enough
You might be shocked at how little income the average current and near-future retiree is going to be getting from their seemingly big nest egg.
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Apr 8, 2026 by Christy Bieber
This Weird Social Security Rule Could Give You Up to 6 Months of Retroactive Benefits
Want to get Social Security benefits from the past? A little-known rule could let you do it.
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Apr 8, 2026 by Adam Levy
Roth IRA Phaseouts for 2025: Are You Still Eligible to Contribute Before the April Deadline?
You still have a few days left to contribute to a Roth IRA for 2025.
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Apr 8, 2026 by Maurie Backman
Think Social Security Will Cover Your Retirement? Here's Why That Assumption Could Backfire.
It's a mistake that could cost you.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer
These Are the 5 Cheapest States to Retire In for 2026
These five states offer a good mix of low living and low housing costs.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Adam Levy
When to Claim Social Security? The Only 3 Strategies I Recommend.
Everyone's situation is different, but these three strategies can provide a great starting point for your retirement plans.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
3 Big RMD Mistakes You Risk Making in Retirement
Be careful -- any of these could happen to you.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Marc Guberti
If You're 60 to 63, Here's Why the April 15 IRA Deadline Is Especially Important This Year
You still have time to open an IRA to save money on taxes, but you have to get started now.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Maurie Backman
This 401(k) Mistake Could Hurt You Before -- and After -- Retirement
It's a trap you should try to avoid.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Dana George
Does Working Longer Always Increase Your Monthly Social Security Benefit?
For many, working longer is a good way to maximize their Social Security benefits -- but not for everyone.
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Apr 7, 2026 by Stefon Walters
The April 15 IRA Deadline Is Almost Here -- Here's What You Still Have Time to Do
You don't want to miss the chance to take full advantage of your account.
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