What Happens to Your 401(k) and IRA When You Die — What Heirs Need to Know
A surviving spouse is automatically the beneficiary of a 401(k) unless they sign their rights over. Non-spouse beneficiaries have different tax rules...
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Frequent Intraday Trading: Understanding the Basics
If you’re an avid trader, you might be pursuing–or thinking about pursuing– a strategy involving frequent, intraday trading. Investo...
Why Social Security Checks Get Smaller After 65
When you turn 65, you may end up bringing home less Social Security income. Many people aren’t aware of, or preparing for, this change. You shou...
How to Stress-Test Your Retirement Income Plan Before Fall 2026
Stress-testing your retirement income helps ensure that your plan can survive some trying scenarios. Model a market downturn in early retirement to se...
Turning 62 in 2026? You May Not Be Able to Apply for Social Security as Soon as You’d Hoped.
You cannot claim Social Security until you’ve been 62 for the entire month. The Social Security Administration pays benefits in the month after...
Longevity in Your Family? This Could Be Your Best Social Security Move.
Claiming Social Security early can shrink the monthly checks you receive by up to 30%. Delaying Social Security increases your benefits until you qual...
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