Key Points Early retirement can be risky if you rush into it. Make sure you have a handle on your spending needs and expenses. Stress-test your income plan to ensure that it holds up. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › A lot of people dream of being able to retire early. […]
Key Points Sweeping Social Security benefit cuts are an estimated six years away for retired workers and survivors of deceased workers. Several ongoing demographic shifts, not congressional theft or undocumented workers, are responsible for Social Security’s $29.3 trillion (and growing) unfunded obligation. The public overwhelmingly favors increasing payroll taxation on high earners to resolve Social […]
Welcome to the September 2026 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors! This month’s edition kicks off with the news that Altruist has been acquired by Vanguard, representing […]
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By Ben Carlson, originally published at A Wealth of Common Sense. The top 10 stocks in the S&P 500 make up almost 40% of the index. Each of the companies in the top 10 sport a market cap of $1 trillion or more. In fact, as of this writing, the 12 biggest companies all have […]
Ben Carlson
Key Points Many seniors are hoping for a generous Social Security COLA in the new year. While the number won’t come out until mid-October, retirees could get a better picture of the 2027 COLA later this week. Even if next year’s COLA is fairly large, it may not be enough to improve your financial situation. […]
Key Points Current estimates are calling for a larger COLA in 2027 than what seniors got earlier in 2026. Even if next year’s COLA is more substantial, history suggests seniors may end up disappointed. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › If you were disappointed in your 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, […]
Key Points Most 401(k)s have vesting schedules that determine when you’re eligible to keep your employer match. Quitting your job before you’re fully vested could cost you some or all of your match. Leaving some of your match behind could still be the right choice in some situations. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees […]
Key Points Claiming Social Security at age 62 can reduce your checks by up to 30%. It could also put you at risk of losing more money to the earnings test if you’re still working. Those with short life expectancies and dependents may prefer not to claim Social Security at all. The $23,760 Social Security […]
Key Points At 55, you may be able to tap your 401(k) without an early withdrawal penalty. While that flexibility might help you retire early, you won’t be eligible for Medicare for another 10 years. Before you make an early workforce exit, consider the cost of staying insured for a decade. The $23,760 Social Security […]
Key Points Few announcements are more anticipated than the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) reveal in October. Two of President Donald Trump’s policies are directly affecting consumer prices and lifting COLA estimates for 2027. Social Security beneficiaries enrolled in traditional Medicare may be in for a pleasant surprise next year. However, Social Security’s annual […]
Key Points Many Social Security recipients want to know how much their benefits will increase in the new year. That announcement should arrive in mid-October. There are clues as to what to expect, but rising or cooling inflation in the coming weeks could change the equation. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook […]
Key Points Two Trump administration policies have led to higher prices in 2026. Projections for next year’s COLA are narrowing as we get more data. The official number will be released on Oct. 14. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › We’re just a few weeks away from learning one of the […]
Key Points You generally must be married for at least one year to qualify for spousal Social Security benefits. You may be eligible to claim a spousal benefit on your ex’s work record if you were married for at least 10 years. Spousal benefits only grow until your full retirement age (FRA). The $23,760 Social […]
Key Points A down market could whittle your savings down, but you can plan around one. It’s equally important to make sure you have a plan to beat inflation. The right investments coupled with a strategic Social Security claim could do the trick. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › You’ll often […]
Key Points Age 62 is the soonest you can file for Social Security. If you sign up at 62, you’ll face a lifelong reduction to your monthly benefits. Make sure that works out, given your outside income streams, spending needs, and life expectancy. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › As you […]
By The White Coat Investor, originally published at The White Coat Investor. By Jim Dahle, WCI Founder <!–A reader wrote in explaining that some Donor Advised Funds (DAFs), such as Vanguard Charitable or the Fidelity Giving Account, don’t make it easy to fill out IRS Form 8283, where taxpayers report the donation of anything other […]
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Key Points Social Security’s highly anticipated cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be revealed in less than six weeks, on Oct. 14. Two of President Donald Trump’s policies are boosting the prevailing inflation rate, which, in turn, should lead to a well-above-average Social Security raise in 2027. Unfortunately, big COLAs can lead to even bigger problems for […]
Key Points On Oct. 14, the Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 COLA. That’s not the only key piece of news that’s set to arrive that day. Stay tuned for updates that could impact both retirees and working folks alike. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › For many […]
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