Key Points Retirement on average savings, plus Social Security, is typically modest, but it can vary. Married couples may live more comfortably because they’ll have two Social Security checks. You may need to revise your retirement plans if you’re behind where you want to be. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › […]
Key Points Stanley Druckenmiller has long believed that Social Security reform is needed to preserve the benefits for future generations. While lawmakers continue to punt on the issue, surging U.S. government debt and bond yields are making the matter difficult to ignore. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › The Social Security […]
By Rick Kahler, originally published at Financial Awakenings. If you are under 50, will Social Security still be there when you retire? The answer starts with a number, 2.1, that demographers call the replacement rate. When women have an average of about 2.1 children, a country’s population stays level. Below that, without immigration, the population […]
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Key Points The average 401(k) balance has reached a high of $155,800, according to Fidelity. Being at or above this average doesn’t tell you whether you’re on track for a comfortable retirement. You need a personalized savings target to aim for. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › The average 401(k) balance […]
Key Points You must make Roth catch-up contributions if you earn $150,000 or more in 2026 rather than make pre-tax contributions. This will likely lead to a larger tax bill this year, but it could also give you greater control later on over your retirement tax bills. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely […]
Key Points The 2027 Social Security COLA is estimated to be around 3.6%. This would add roughly $75 to the average monthly benefit. We will learn the actual 2027 COLA this coming Oct. 14. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Social Security beneficiaries are just a few months away from what […]
By The White Coat Investor, originally published at The White Coat Investor. By Jim Dahle, WCI Founder <!–Retirement is classically divided into three stages based on the activity level of the retiree: The go-go years The slow-go years The no-go years Financially speaking, people tend to spend more during the go-go years (often on travel) […]
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Over the decades, the work that financial advisors do has changed considerably – from product sales to investment management to more ‘holistic’ financial advice and behavioral coaching. As the advisor’s offerings have shifted, so too have their fee models: product sales have evolved towards an assets under management (AUM) model. Some of today’s advisors, facing […]
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By Ben Carlson, originally published at A Wealth of Common Sense. A lot of people are worried about the impact of artificial intelligence For good reason. Here’s something Bill Gates said this week: “In private, people who understand how good this stuff is, and how much better it’s getting, they’re very worried,” he said. But […]
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Key Points A Social Security claim at 62 reduces your monthly checks for life. If you have a lot of savings and don’t need the money per se, early access to it could be a positive thing. If you don’t have a spouse to worry about and are concerned about a shorter lifespan, an early […]
Key Points Required minimum distributions (RMDs) apply to non-Roth retirement accounts. Failing to take RMDs could leave you facing steep penalties, but there’s a way around that. RMDs could drive up your taxes, but one strategy could minimize the sting. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › There’s a reason people are […]
Key Points The goal of building a retirement nest egg is to use those saving to support spending in retirement. Some savers never manage to shake the habit of saving, which could be bad for them and even their heirs. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › How much is enough? That’s […]
Key Points Not knowing the ins and outs of Social Security could cost you. Make sure you understand what happens if you work while collecting benefits. Know what happens if you file for benefits too early or claim spousal benefits too late. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › If there’s one […]
By The White Coat Investor, originally published at The White Coat Investor. By Jim Dahle, WCI Founder <!–I confess that I play favorites. Back in 2005, when I finally started figuring out what the heck I was doing with my four-figure investment portfolio, the first mutual fund I ever purchased without the “assistance” of a […]
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Key Points One of the most anticipated days of the year for Social Security’s more than 71 million traditional beneficiaries — the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) reveal — is rapidly approaching. Two of President Trump’s policies are directly affecting consumer prices and influencing next year’s Social Security COLA estimates. In addition to traditional beneficiaries receiving one […]
Image source: Getty Images Short answer: yes, you can, but it’s harder than it should be, and it’s not a sure thing. A 650 credit score sits in what lenders call the “fair” credit range. Most balance transfer cards are built for people in the next range up, good to excellent credit, which usually starts […]
Key Points A lower COLA means a smaller increase in Social Security checks. COLAs are based on July, August, and September inflation rates. Originally designed to help seniors keep pace with inflation, COLAs sometimes miss the mark. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Projections are a funny thing. What seems like […]
Key Points Social Security may be your only guaranteed income source for life in retirement. Before filing for benefits, make sure you know what your spending needs entail. That could help you avoid a decision you regret. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Retirement is a period of life that requires […]
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