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Yes, Social Security Checks Are Still Going Out During The Shutdown — But Don't Count On Quick Help From The SSA

Amidst the current government shutdown that began Oct. 1, plenty of questions arise — especially for retirees and others who rely on Social Security payments to make ends meet.

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How Social Security Disability Benefits Might Help Adult Children With Disabilities

Many parents of adult children with disabilities don’t realize they may qualify for lifetime financial support under Social Security. These benefits, known as Disabled Adult...

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How Middle-Class Retirees Can Make Their Money Last 25 Years or Longer

How to calculate your spending needs and plan strategic withdrawals that balance saving and spending in your golden years.

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10 Amazing Strategies for Creating Tax-Efficient Withdrawal Plans

You’ve worked hard, saved diligently, and built up your retirement accounts—but how you take that money out matters just as much as how you saved it. Without a smart strategy, taxes can quietly erode your nest egg over time. By designing tax-efficient withdrawal plans, retirees can stretch their savings, reduce…

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Suze Orman: These 3 Curveballs Could Derail Your Retirement Plan

Suze Orman is an author, podcaster and self-proclaimed "World's Most Influential Money Expert." She has a relatable way of helping people understand how to get control of their finances and reach real...

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What’s the Cutoff for Social Security Earnings & What Does It Mean for Your Retirement?

Understanding these limits can help you balance work and retirement income without surprises.

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5 Things Retirees Shouldn’t Do With Their Money in San Francisco and 5 Other California Cities

Avoid these costly retirement missteps in some of California’s highest-cost cities -- from insurance gaps to housing traps and Social Security claims.

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6 Best Places To Retire in Europe for Less Than $1,500 a Month

There are several European locales where you can retire comfortably for less than $1,500 a month -- which is less than the average Social Security check.

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Should You Delay Social Security to 70? Pros, Cons and Impact on Spouse

For years, financial advisors have praised waiting until age 70 to claim Social Security as the smartest retirement move. It’s true that delaying increases your...

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9 Important Factors Affecting Your Social Security Benefits Calculation

Social Security benefits play a crucial role in retirement planning for millions of Americans. Yet, most people don’t realize just how many factors affect their Social Security benefits calculation. Knowing what goes into the formula can help you estimate your future payments and make smarter decisions about when and how…

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4 Retirement Lessons From the Characters of ‘Sex and the City’

A lack of retirement savings, combined with lifestyle inflation, would've likely caused at least some of the women to rely on Social Security and Medicare.

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The $100 Halloween Party: 5 Tricks To Keep Costs Down

Hosting a Halloween party on a budget this year? Discover clever ways to save on food, drinks, decor and costumes -- without sacrificing any spooky fun.

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What the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Your Medicare Premiums

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law on July 4, 2025. One of the main things this bill aimed to do...

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Waiting Until 65 To Claim Social Security? 6 Things To Do Until Then

You can start claiming benefits as early as age 62, but you'll receive less. If you're waiting until 65 or later, here are 6 steps you can take in the meantime.

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Senior Evictions Spike in 2025 — Advocates Demand Action

Rising housing costs and shrinking retirement income are forcing more older adults out of their homes than at any point in the past decade. Senior...

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Social Security Tax Cap Is Rising Again — What It Means for High Earners in 2026

American workers pay into Social Security through tax withholdings from their paychecks. As the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) explained, the withholdings are listed as FICA (Federal...

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I Claimed Social Security Six Months Ago at 62, but My Checks Are Too Small. What Are my Options?

We asked financial experts for advice.

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Retirement: What $250K vs. $500K vs. $1M vs. $2M in Savings Looks Like in Yearly Spending

The following analysis uses the 4% rule to estimate annual spending with four retirement savings goals: $250,000, $500,000, $1 million and $2 million.

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What Does the 2026 COLA Really Mean for Your Monthly Check?

Every January, Social Security recipients wait for one number—the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). It’s supposed to help seniors’ benefits keep up with inflation, but many don’t...

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The Widow(er)’s Social Security Claim: Hidden Benefits & Mistakes to Avoid

Losing a spouse changes everything—emotionally and financially. For many widows and widowers, Social Security survivor benefits become a lifeline, yet few understand the full rules...

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How to measure the economy when the government isn't doing it

Companies and investors are scrambling for alternatives to the data put out by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Widowed or Divorced? 6 Ways To Maximize Your Social Security Benefits

Widowed or divorced? Learn how to claim the right Social Security benefit for you and boost your retirement income with some expert-backed strategies.

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Will Taxes Shred Your 401(k) or IRA During Your Retirement? It's Very Likely

Conventional wisdom dictates that you save in a 401(k) now and pay taxes later, but turning that rule on its head could leave you far better off. A financial planner explains why.

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More Retirees Are Renting: Should You? A Financial Adviser Weighs In

In some ways, renting is cheaper, more flexible and easier, but unless you understand the implications for your taxes and health costs, it might not be for you.

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With a vast array of features, a longstanding reputation and a digital shield that includes antivirus add-ons, LifeLock aims to do it all but this comes at a top-tier price.

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