Latest articles by Maurie Backman
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This Boring Retirement Income Source Has Big Tax Benefits
Don't ignore this retirement income source, especially if you are wealthy or need portfolio diversification.
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Three Reasons to Skip the 401(k) Super Catch-Up
Older workers may want to forgo the 401(k) super catch-up and put their money to work elsewhere.
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How Inflation Is Impacting Retirees in 2025
January's CPI report shows inflation is running hotter than the Fed would like, at 3%. That's hard on retirees. Is Social Security keeping up?
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Could Elon Musk Be Paying Your Social Security Check?
Musk has had access the US Treasury payment system, which handles Social Security payments. Will your check be on time? Will your data be safe?
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RFK Jr. Confused Medicare and Medicaid: Here's the Difference
The HHS Secretary nominee confused Medicare and Medicaid programs, though he would be responsible for them. We break down the difference.
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How to Stop Ageism From Tanking Your Retirement
More older workers report instances of ageism. Here's how you can stop age discrimination before it affects your career and retirement savings.
