3 Medicare Cost Increases That Could Hurt Social Security Recipients in 2026
When Medicare costs rise, it can hurt seniors who get most or all of their income from Social Security. Be mindful of higher Part B premium costs. Loo...
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3 Things Every Senior Needs to Know About Social Security in 2026
Strategically choosing your claiming age can help you maximize your lifetime benefit. Withdrawing your Social Security application or suspending benef...
Forgot to Take Your RMD? Here’s What to Do Right Away.
Americans generally must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) at age 73, or 75 if they were born in 1960 or later. Forgetting to take an...
This 2026 Social Security Change Is Going to Hurt the Worst
Many 2026 Social Security changes are positive, like a cost-of-living adjustment. One change is going to result in some people getting less money in t...
2026’s Social Security COLA Was Bigger Than 2025’s. It’s Still a Problem
Social Security recipients are getting a 2.8% raise this year. While that’s bigger than 2025’s 2.5% boost, there’s a big flaw in the...
1 Retirement Expense You Can’t Afford to Overlook
Many people forget to plan for long-term care costs. An extended nursing home or assisted living stay could deplete your savings. Look into long-term...
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