2 Big Changes to Your Income Taxes Coming in the 2026 Tax Filing Year
In the U.S., virtually all of the income you earn is subject to federal income tax. There are specific rules you need to follow regarding how much you pay, as...
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Trump Administration Proposes Cutting SSI to Nearly 400,000 Recipients
Key Points The Trump administration is weighing a proposal that cuts or...
Social Security 2026 COLA Forecasts Have Gotten Bigger. Here’s How Much Your Benefit Could Increase Next Year.
Federal funding lapsed in early October after Republicans and Democrats failed to resolve budget disputes. That forced a government shutdown that has dragged on for more than two weeks with...
President Donald Trump’s Tariffs Are Set to Boost Social Security Raises in 2026 — Here’s the “How?” and “How Much?”
As of the third week of October, Social Security's more than 70 million traditional beneficiaries would normally know whether or not they're receiving a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in the upcoming...
The Average 401(k) Balance Today May Surprise You
There's a reason so many people end up financially stressed in retirement. Many workers close out their careers with little to no savings, falling back on Social Security instead.
If Your Income Is Above This Number, You’ll Be Taxed at the Highest Rate in 2026
Income taxes are a part of life for anyone who earns money in the United States, and for those who earn a high income, a big IRS bill is par...
IRS Just Announced New 2026 Tax Brackets. Here Are the Top Changes You Need to Know.
It's official. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its updated tax brackets for 2026, reflecting recent inflation as well as measures put in place by President Trump's "One Big...
Here’s the Truth About Working While on Social Security
A lot of people start collecting Social Security specifically because they've stopped working, or when they're ready to stop. But you should know that if you wish to work while...
Warren Buffett Says Everyday Investors Should Go All-In on the S&P 500 for Retirement. Here’s Another Option to Look At.
Once you retire, you'll need more than Social Security to cover your expenses. And that's why it's important to build yourself a solid nest egg.
3 Numbers That Should Terrify Seniors With Social Security’s 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) One Week Away From Being Revealed
The big day is nearly here! One week from today, on Oct. 24, at 08:30 a.m., ET, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) will release the long-awaited September inflation...
What Can History Teach Us About Investing in 2025?
In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser and contributors Travis Hoium and Jon Quast discuss:
1 Social Security Move Absolutely Everyone Should Make Before 2026
With the final quarter of 2025 now underway, your mind is probably already looking ahead to the holiday season. But this is also the time to consider end-of-year financial moves....
I Used to Think a Delayed Retirement Was the Best Way to Make Up for a Small IRA or 401(k) Balance. But Here’s a Better Solution.
There's no such thing as an official retirement age in the U.S.
3 Retirement Savings Mistakes You Might Kick Yourself For
Saving for retirement is one of the most important financial moves you might make. Once you stop working, you'll need a way to pay your bills. And Social Security alone...
Social Security’s 2026 COLA Will Get a Bump From President Trump’s Tariffs. Here’s Why It May Not Be Enough.
More than half of retired workers surveyed by The Motley Fool say Social Security benefits failed to keep pace with rising prices over the last two years because the annual...
Are You Making These 5 Common Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Mistakes?
You probably have a million things on your mind as you start to look toward upcoming holidays -- food, gifts, maybe even travel. But it's important to make some time...
Potential Social Security Benefit Cuts Are Just 7 Years Away, and This Hidden Cost Could Make Matters Even Worse
Social Security is the backbone of many Americans' retirement plans. A growing percentage of non-retirees expect the government program to provide a major source of income in retirement. Thirty-seven percent...
Here’s When You Can Now Expect Social Security’s 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) to Be Announced
For seniors on Social Security, October tends to be a very important month. The reason? October is when the Social Security Administration (SSA) typically announces each year's cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).