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15 Social Security Tasks You Can Do OnlineWhy visit a government office to get your Social Security business done? You can do much of it online.
By Bob Niedt
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10 Free and Low-Cost Online Classes for RetireesUnlock new skills and keep learning for free (or nearly free). These online classes are perfect for curious, knowledge-loving retirees.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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8 Rules for Choosing the Right Financial AdviserNot all advisers are created equal. Here's how to find one qualified to manage your wealth and protect your legacy.
By Laura Gariepy
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How Much Tax You Pay on an Inherited IRA: 4 Rules That MatterTax Law Two beneficiaries can inherit similar balances and end up with very different tax bills.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Spooky Surcharges: The IRMAA Quiz on Tricky Income TrapsFrom municipal bonds to Roth conversions — take our quiz to find out if you know which income streams push you into higher Medicare brackets.
By Donna LeValley
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Debunking 7 Social Security retirement mythsAdvertiser Content Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC
Sponsored Get the facts on how the Social Security program works for retirees.
By Ameriprise Financial
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7 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Roth 401(k)If your employer offers a Roth 401(k), consider it carefully. In years to come, you could regret leaving tax-free growth and other advantages on the table.
By Jeanne Thompson
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4%, 5%, 6%: How Much Spending Is Right for Your Retirement?Sponsored by Savant
Standard retirement guidelines don't fit everyone. Your health, pensions and lifestyle goals determine the exact withdrawal rate for you.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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My Retirement Funds Are in Stocks. Should I Shift to Index Funds?In this week’s Wealth Wise advice column, planners explain why a "core-satellite" strategy might offer the best of both worlds.
By Maurie Backman
