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Traditional IRA Basics: 10 Things You Must Know
Basics A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.
By Jackie Stewart Published
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Refer a Friend to Your Bank or Credit Card—and Reap Rewards
Making Your Money Last Some major card issuers are giving referral bonuses to eligible cardholders.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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A Retiree’s Guide to Key Dates in 2021
Basics It's critical -- and financially sound -- to hit these important financial deadlines spaced throughout the year.
By Catherine Siskos Published
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A Memoir to Record Your Life Story
Basics Engaging with a company that will write your life story could be a lasting gift to yourself or a family member.
By Alina Tugend Published
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Find Higher Yields for Your Cash
Financial Planning Interest rates are scraping bottom, but here’s a road map to accounts that will help your money grow.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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12 Things You Must Know About Claiming and Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits
Basics Claiming Social Security benefits at the right time means more money in your pocket. Here’s a guide to everything from knowing your full retirement age to taking Social Security spousal benefits.
By Sandra Block Published
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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
Medicare If you don't make the right choices, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.
By the Editors of Kiplinger's Retirement Report Published
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How to Pick the Right Medicare Plans for You
Healthy Living on a Budget As you're signing up for Medicare, you must learn the basics of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and even doughnut holes. We'll help you sort out the confusion about signing up for Medicare -- and much more.
By Catherine Siskos Published
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14 Social Security Tasks You Can Do Online
retirement Why visit a government office to get your Social Security business done? You can do much of that online.
By Bob Niedt Published
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