In February, Retirees Should Double-Check These Medicare Deadlines
Signing up for Medicare might seem simple. But the program has a number of key deadlines you should know about. Let's review the important dates you need to know about...
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Is Your Retirement Nest Egg Target of $2 Million “Chump Change”? Suze Orman Suggests It Is — and She May Be Right
If you haven't heard of Suze Orman, here's a quick intro. She was the first female stockbroker hired by Merrill Lynch in California, went on to become a V. P....
Social Security Has 2 Glaring Problems Right Now — and They Could Jeopardize Your Retirement
Social Security is a lifeline for many retirees, with some relying on their benefits as their primary or even sole source of retirement income.
3 Ways to Stretch Your Retirement Savings for Decades
If you're newly retired and worried about tapping the savings you've worked hard to build, you're not alone. Running out of money tends to be a huge fear among retirees.
Warren Buffett Weighed in on Social Security Some Years Ago — and His Thoughts Might Surprise You
When Warren Buffett speaks, lots of smart people listen. Until recently, he helmed Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRKA) (NYSE: BRKB), and over the 60 years when he was in charge, the...
The Simple Mistake That Could Sabotage Your 401(k) in 2026
My husband and I have experienced a few significant changes recently. Not only has he decided to semi-retire and start a consulting business, but he's also taken over some of...
Here’s Why I’ll Never Have More Than One Card With an Annual Fee
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Retirees: This Is the Average Social Security Benefit at Ages 62, 67, and 70
Social Security benefits go a long way for millions of retirees, lifting around 16 million adults age 65 and older out of poverty, according to 2023 data from the Center...
What Kind of Retirement Can a $250,000 Nest Egg Buy You?
You may be hoping to retire with $1 million or more in the bank. But many of us are not likely to end up with a million dollars at the...
Why the 4% Rule Could Fail Your Retirement — and What to Do Instead
A lot of people feel that saving for retirement is a difficult thing. But many seniors also struggle to spend their retirement savings once their careers come to an end....
Forget Debt Consolidation: This Is the Best Way to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
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Here’s What Happens When You Stop Using Cash
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Many Retirees Don’t See This Unfortunate Social Security Surprise Coming
If you've been dreaming of retirement and waiting to collect Social Security, you'll likely be excited when the day finally comes that you can start getting deposits into your bank...
Why I’m Adopting a New Savings Strategy After Years of Maxing Out My 401(k)
Maxing out a 401(k) can be a truly wonderful thing for your retirement, especially if you're able to do so year after year. Not only does contributing to a 401(k)...
Counting on Home Equity to Fund Your Retirement? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t.
For many Americans, their home is their largest asset. And after decades of paying off a mortgage, by the time you reach retirement age, you may end up with a...
Why Cleveland’s Culture Scene Makes It a Retirement Pick That Doesn’t Feel “Sleepy”
Founded in 1796, who ever dreamed that Cleveland, Ohio would become a hotspot for retirees who just want to have fun? There's nothing sleepy about this city on Lake Erie....
The Medicare Service That Nearly Disappeared But Came Back
Part of planning for retirement is determining how you'll handle healthcare issues. One issue that may slip under your radar is telehealth. At one time, only a small group of...
Trump Tax Season: 10 Major Tax Changes to Expect When Filing This Year
The overarching goal of President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), which Congress passed last year, was to make the 2016 tax cuts permanent and to enact additional tax...