This 401(k) Mistake Could Hurt You Before — and After — Retirement
A lot of savers choose traditional 401(k)s for the up-front tax break. With a traditional 401(k), you may run into issues with early withdrawal penalt...
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Does Working Longer Always Increase Your Monthly Social Security Benefit?
Between ages 67 and 70, Social Security benefits increase by roughly 8%. Not everyone can work longer. There’s at least one glaring exception to...
The April 15 IRA Deadline Is Almost Here — Here’s What You Still Have Time to Do
There is still time to make contributions toward your 2025 limit. The IRA contribution limit for 2026 increased by $500 for people younger than 50 and...
3 Steps Every Retiree Should Take in April Before Tax Deadline
Claiming the new “senior bonus” is a no-brainer for retirees. This added deduction could be used in a tax-neutral Roth IRA conversion. Ret...
A Major Social Security Change May Be Closer Than You Think. Here’s What It Could Mean for Your Benefits
Social Security is facing a revenue shortfall in the coming years. The program’s insolvency date may be closer than previously estimated. That m...
I’m Collecting the Average Social Security Benefit. Can I Work Part Time?
The average Social Security benefit is around $2,071 per month. You can work while collecting benefits, but they may be reduced. The key questions are...
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