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Six Signs It's Time to Retire
Thinking about retiring in 2025? See if any of these six signs ring true
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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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 Last updated
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Social Security Email About 'Big Beautiful Bill' Tax Changes Sparks Confusion
Tax Changes Here’s what’s really happening with taxes on Social Security benefits under Trump’s new tax plan.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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Prior Authorization Coming to Traditional Medicare Starting in 2026
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will implement prior authorization requirements for certain traditional fee-for-service Medicare services in six states starting next year.
By Donna LeValley Published
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The Hidden Costs of Caregiving: Crisis Goes Well Beyond Financial Issues
Many caregivers are drained emotionally as well as financially, leading to depression, burnout and depleted retirement prospects. What's to be done?
By Vanessa Okwuraiwe Published
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Cash Balance Plans: An Expert Guide to the High Earner's Secret Weapon for Retirement
Cash balance plans offer business owners and high-income professionals a powerful way to significantly boost retirement savings and reduce taxes.
By Jerry Cicalese, CPC, AIFA®, CPFA®, TGPC Published
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Five Things You Can Learn From Jimmy Buffett's Estate Dispute
The dispute over Jimmy Buffett's estate highlights crucial lessons for the rest of us on trust creation, including the importance of co-trustee selection, proactive communication and options for conflict resolution.
By John M. Goralka Published
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I'm a Financial Adviser: For True Diversification, Think Beyond the Basic Stock-Bond Portfolio
Amid rising uncertainty and inflation, effective portfolio diversification needs to extend beyond just stocks and bonds to truly manage risk.
By Dustin L. Tait Published
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I'm a Retirement Psychologist: Money Won't Buy You Happiness in Your Life After Work
While financial security is crucial for retirement, the true 'retirement crisis' is often an emotional, psychological and social one. You need a plan beyond just money that includes purpose, structure and social connection.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD Published