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Take a Sabbatical Over Early Retirement for a Cheaper Reset
A sabbatical can help you get over burnout, explore a new career or hobby and won't break your retirement if done right.
By Jacob Schroeder
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18 Things Medicare Gives You for Free
Medicare may 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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The Y Rule of Retirement: Why Men Need to Plan Differently
If you have a Y chromosome (because you're a guy), following the 'Y rule of retirement' can help you transition to this new life stage with grace.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Are These 5 Stealth Costs Draining Your Retirement?
The bills they don’t see coming cause the most angst for retirees. Here's what to look out for.
By Brian O'Connell
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How Alaska Became the Only State With No Medicare Advantage
While the Lower 48 shift to private plans, Alaska is proving that original Medicare can still deliver high-quality care at the edge of the world.
By Donna LeValley
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Old Annuities Carry Untapped Potential for You and Your Clients: Here's Why
Annuities bought years ago may no longer reflect clients' needs or the economy. Conducting thorough reviews will optimize their finances and grow your business.
By Jake Klima
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SEP IRA Contribution Limits for 2026
SEP IRA A good option for small business owners, SEP IRAs allow individual annual contributions of as much as $70,000 in 2025, and up to $72,000 in 2026.
By Jackie Stewart
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The 6 Best Places to Put Your 2026 Tax Refund for Growth
Use your 2026 tax refund to boost short-term or long-term financial goals by putting it in one of these six places.
By Rachael Green
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SIMPLE IRA Contribution Limits for 2026
For 2026, the SIMPLE IRA contribution limit is $17,000, with a $4,000 catch-up for those 50 and over, totaling $21,000.
By Jackie Stewart
