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10 States With the Highest Social Security Payments

Find out which states deliver the highest Social Security payments and what factors help residents maximize their benefits for stronger retirement income.

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Avoid These 4 Mistakes If You’re Claiming Social Security in 2026

By planning ahead, you can not only avoid making potentially serious mistakes, but you can also ensure that you're receiving the maximum benefits that you can.

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Here’s when you can expect your tax refund from the IRS

Tax refunds are issued when an individual has paid more tax throughout the year than they ultimately owe, often due to withholding

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Social Security’s Built-In Benefit Cut Is Coming — Here’s What It Means for You

Social Security's built-in benefit cut is getting closer than many retirees realize, and it is largely a math problem hiding in plain sight.

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The $1,000 Trump Account for newborns: Who is eligible, how to apply and what comes next

A new government initiative will provide a $1,000 Trump Account for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. This investment account, designed for long-term growth until age 18, aims to encourage early investing. Families can add their own contributions, with potential for significant growth depending on market…

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Can You Really Retire on Social Security Alone in 2026? An Honest Budget Breakdown

See what a real Social Security-only retirement budget could look like in 2026, as well as whether you could truly live on Social Security benefits alone.

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10 Surprising Things About Early Retirement You Need To Know

Some folks spend their entire adult life looking forward to, and planning for, an early retirement. But surprises will inevitably arise.

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5 Signs Your Medicare Costs Just Changed

You likely watched the news about the 2.8% Social Security COLA and calculated exactly how much extra money you would have this year. Then the...

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9 Benefits Calls That Are Actually Scams (Even When They Sound “Official”)

Your phone rings. Surprisingly, the caller ID displays “Social Security Administration” or “Medicare Support.” The voice on the other end sounds professional, calm, and terrifyingly specific. Moreover, they know your name, and they might even recite the last four digits of your SSN.

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7 Social Security Mistakes That Reduce Your Check Without You Noticing

You worked for decades to earn it, but the Social Security Administration (SSA) isn’t going to hand you an optimized check on a silver platter. The system remains neutral. They will happily let you file paperwork that costs you thousands of dollars. Most treat Social Security like a simple savings…

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10 Medicare Costs That Surprise People After They Turn 65

There is a dangerous myth that once you turn 65, your healthcare becomes free. You get the red, white, and blue card, and you assume the bills stop. The reality is that Medicare is a safety net with holes in it.

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9 Things to Check If Your Benefits Deposit Doesn’t Show Up

You log in to your banking app, expecting to see your deposit. The balance hasn’t moved. The panic sets in immediately. Did the IRS forget you? Did Social Security miss a cycle?

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Social Security Benefits: Millions Face 'Financial Doom' As Funding Crisis Peeks

Social Security faces insolvency by 2033, threatening automatic benefit cuts of up to 23 per cent affecting 57.8 million retirees. Congress has fewer than seven years to act before devastating £460-monthly reductions take effect for vulnerable Americans.

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COLA vs. Inflation vs. Insolvency: The Tug-of-War Over Your Social Security Check

See how the 2026 Social Security COLA compares to inflation in 2026 as well as some things retirees can do now to protect their buying power this year.

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Cost of Living After Social Security in the Largest City in Every State

See what it costs to retire in L.A., Chicago and other metros.

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I’m Retired and Regret Not Taking Social Security at Age 62 — Here’s Why

Here's Lina's story, along with what she learned to hopefully help you avoid the same mistakes and make the most of your benefits.

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3 Ways the New Social Security Rules Could Impact Middle Class

Learn how new Social Security rules could affect middle-class retirees and workers, from reduced benefits to shifting filing strategies.

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The Looming Social Security Cut Everyone Is Ignoring — and What It’ll Cost You

According to official projections and multiple news reports, the program is on track for an automatic across-the-board cut in benefits.

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Medicare Multiplier Trick: Why Some Senior Widows Are Getting $200 Less a Month Thanks to a Budget Update

It’s a nasty surprise when a Social Security deposit drops even though nothing “changed” in day-to-day life. For many widows, the difference shows up as...

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Menstrual leave: stigma and uncertainty mean these progressive measures are being underused around the world

Menstrual symptoms can severely affect a person’s working life. To combat this, the idea of menstrual leave has emerged. This legal measure allows workers to take time off when their period symptoms are too difficult to manage at work.

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10 Things to Remove from Your Wallet Before Traveling in 2026

Traveling becomes easier as the years go by, but it also comes with a lot of new risks. Digital pickpocketing (yeah, that’s a thing), stricter airport security, and other threats have become more common. As a result, what’s in your wallet can cause some serious headaches. Unfortunately, very few travelers…

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What Happens If You File Your Taxes in January Instead of April? Here’s What Accountants Say

Filing your taxes early can speed up refunds and reduce stress, but mistakes, missing forms or changing tax rules may affect your return, accountants warn.

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9 Social Security Assumptions That Get Middle-Class People in Trouble

It's often the assumptions people make about how the Social Security system works rather than the program itself that quietly undermines retirement security.

The Independent UK

8 Tips to Stop Worrying About Running Out of Money in Retirement

Use these strategies to replace retirement uncertainty with a feeling of clarity and control over your financial plan

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I'm a Financial Adviser: This Is How You Can Minimize the Damage of Bad Market Timing at Retirement

Poor investment returns early in retirement on top of withdrawals can quickly drain your savings. The ideal plan helps prevent having to sell assets at a loss.

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