What Happens If There’s No Beneficiary Named on My Retirement Account?
What happens to a 401(k) after you die depends largely on whether you’ve named a beneficiary. Naming a beneficiary allows your assets to pass di...
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Americans Are Waiting Longer to Claim Social Security. Here’s Why You May Not Want to Jump on the Bandwagon.
The average Social Security claiming age is now over 65. This is likely due in part to seniors trying to lock in larger checks by delaying their appli...
Healthcare Costs Are Rising Faster Than Your Social Security Check. Here’s What Retirees Can Do.
The cost of Medicare Part B rose substantially in 2026, and that may not be an anomaly. Delaying Social Security for larger checks could make the prog...
Is Working Too Much Costing You Social Security Benefits? What to Do Now.
The Social Security earnings test affects beneficiaries who claim checks early while still earning a sizable income from their job. Sometimes, it cost...
9 Ways to Stretch Your Retirement Savings for Decades
Simply delaying your retirement for a few years can make a big difference. Review your spending to see where you can cut back — such as some str...
How to Stress-Test Your Retirement Income Before You Stop Working
When assessing your retirement income, it can help to assume the worst. Figure out what might happen if the market tanks or there’s a period of...
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