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7 Times to Dip Into Your Roth IRA if You Have a PensionThe established wisdom is never to touch your Roth IRA, but if it contains a large sum and you have a pension, too, here's when you should tap into it first.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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The Good Times Are Rolling: Is Your Portfolio Out of Whack?If your portfolio's on a roll and you're nearing retirement, it may feel like you're all set. But you might be more at risk of a market downturn than you think.
By Michael Neuenschwander, CFP®, CPA
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Social Security Payment Schedule: When Is Your June Check Arriving?The date your June Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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18 Things Medicare Gives You for FreeMedicare might not provide things entirely "for free," but some items and services are covered with no out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries under specific conditions.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in FloridaAn overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
By Bob Niedt
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6 Stevie Nicks Quotes Retirees Should Live ByFrom navigating the 'Landslide' of change to embracing her own mystical path, the rock legend offers a masterclass in living life on your own terms.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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How Savvy Are You at Saving on Luxury Travel? Take Our Short QuizQuiz Before you book your next getaway, test your travel savings strategy. Take our short quiz to uncover the best ways to protect your wallet on vacation.
By Donna LeValley
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Projected 2027 IRMAA Brackets and Surcharges for Medicare Part B and DWill you owe the Medicare IRMAA surcharge in 2027? Grab your 2025 tax return and check the projected brackets and surcharges for next year.
By Donna LeValley
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4 Reasons to Roll Over Your 401(k) Into an IRA (And 4 Reasons Not To)We tell you when it makes sense to move your 401(k) account to an IRA — and when it’s smart to stay put.
By Sandra Block



