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Roth 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2026
retirement plans The Roth 401(k) contribution limit for 2026 has increased, and workers who are 50 and older can save even more.
By Jackie Stewart
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Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida
The Sunshine State remains a beacon for retirees, offering warm weather, sandy beaches, and a relatively low cost of living. Here's a look at where to live.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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7 Assets to Leave Out of Your Roth IRA
Instead of treating your Roth IRA as "the best account" for everything, consider keeping these seven assets in accounts with better tax benefits or flexibility.
By Jeff Judge, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AEP®
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Is Your Financial Adviser's Fee Model Outdated?
Your adviser probably uses technology that lets them manage your portfolio at the touch of a button, so why haven't they updated how they charge for their work?
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
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We Will Inherit $3 Million: Can We Retire Now?
We're 60 with $550K saved. We know we'll inherit when my elderly father passes away. Can we retire now, even though we can't technically afford it?
By Maurie Backman
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How to Tackle the Nowhere-to-Be Thing in Retirement
Too much free time in retirement can come as a shock after decades of working. How can you ensure you don't overfill your days or let too many drift by?
By Phil Wright, Certified Fund Specialist
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3 Questions That Reveal if You’re Actually Ready to Age in Place
Is your "forever home" actually a "Peter Pan house?" The age-in-place dream often hits these three unexpected roadblocks.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Claiming Social Security Soon? 5 Smart Moves to Make Now
Claiming Social Security is a lifelong decision, and poor choices can cost the average couple more than $180,000. Complete these tasks to avoid a big mistake.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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Quiz: Is Your Retirement Savings on Track at Age 50 to 55?
Find out if your retirement savings are on track with our quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
