How to Recession-Proof Your Retirement Income Before 2026 Ends
Will a recession hit in 2026? At this point, that's anyone's guess. But between the oversees conflict, tariff policies, and general uncertainty, it's easy to see why some people may...
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Here’s 1 Major Problem With the 4% Rule All Retirees Should Know About
Building a solid nest egg can, and should, help you retire with confidence. But it's not enough to save for retirement. You also need to come up with a smart...
Your 2026 Social Security COLA Is Outpacing Inflation So Far — Here’s Why That Might Change
One of the most important pieces of Social Security is the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The COLA is designed to ensure retirees' monthly payments keep pace with inflation. That said,...
The 7 Fastest Ways People Ruin Their Finances
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3 Things to Do Right Now if Your Credit Card Debt Feels Unmanageable
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Will Medicare Cover Ozempic or Wegovy in 2026? What Retirees Need to Know About GLP-1 Coverage
Medicare beneficiaries are reaping the benefits of negotiated rates on 10 popular prescription drugs this year, but there are some notable absences on that list, specifically GLP-1 medications. Though these...
Is 2026 the Right Year to Do a Roth Conversion? Here’s How to Decide
The type of IRA your money is in matters. With traditional IRAs, you don't pay taxes upfront but defer them until later. With Roth IRAs, you pay taxes on your...
Retirees on Social Security Just Got Worse News on Benefit Cuts
If you read up on Social Security lately, the news might scare you quite a bit. Social Security has long been at risk of having to cut benefits. But the...
The Hidden Reason You Should Think Twice Before Opening a Roth IRA in 2026
Many people tout the benefits of opening a Roth IRA to avoid any taxation on capital gains, dividends, and withdrawals. While you pay taxes upfront, the argument is that all...
3 Everyday Habits That Could Be Sabotaging Your Retirement Savings
Building retirement savings takes hard work and commitment. But it's also a matter of making smart financial decisions day in and out.
The Medicare Enrollment Mistake That Could Follow You for Life
Signing up for Medicare might seem pretty straightforward. Since coverage typically kicks in at age 65, you might assume you should plan to enroll on your 65th birthday and call...
Why a Will Doesn’t Guarantee Your Money Will End Up Where You Intend (and What to Do About It)
Years ago, I knew a woman who'd recently gone through a contentious divorce. There was no "conscious uncoupling." This couple went scorched-earth during their divorce, doing everything they could to...
How to Build a Retirement Income Plan if You’re 10 Years From Retiring
When you're in your 20s and 30s, it can be difficult to focus too much on retirement because it seems so far away. But when you're, say, in your 50s,...
This Medicare Mistake at Age 65 Could Haunt You for the Rest of Your Life
Remember when you were young and 65 seemed old? It probably never occurred to you that you'd still be spending time with friends, finding ways to have fun, and inevitably...
Here’s Exactly What Happens When You Call a Nonprofit Credit Counselor
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2 Ways to Make the Most of Your HSA
If there's one bad thing to say about health savings accounts, or HSAs, it's that not everyone is eligible for one. To participate in an HSA, you need a compatible...
Are We Over-Optimizing Our Finances?
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Social Security Recipients Get Positive Updates From the Federal Government
It can be hard to feel happy about Social Security. It provides vital retirement income to most of us when we're older, yes, but the amount we receive is often...