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Delay Social Security Benefits — Even by a Month — to Boost Your Check
social security You don't need to wait an entire year beyond your full retirement age to earn delayed retirement credits.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Here Is How Much You'll Pay for Medicare Premiums and Deductibles in 2025
Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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IRA and SEP Rules at a Glance: Contribution Limits, Income Limits and Rollover Options
Here are IRA contribution limits, income limits and rollover rules for Roth, traditional, SIMPLE and SEP IRAs at a glance.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Is Your Estate at Risk? The Five Trusts You May Be Missing
You can use these trusts to cement your legacy, organize your estate and limit your exposure to estate and gift taxes.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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The Average 401(k) Balance by Age
How did your 401(k) balance rank vs savers your age in the second quarter? Learn the keys to building a 7-figure retirement balance.
By Adam Shell Last updated
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Retire on This Mediterranean Island for Quiet Coastal Perfection
Seemingly remote yet easily accessible to other points in Europe, this sunny island nation offers paths to citizenship and residency for families and retirees.
By Drew Limsky Last updated
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How Your Social Security Check Changes at Ages 62, 65, 66, 67 and 70
The longer you wait, the bigger your Social Security check. We break it down by the most common ages when people claim their benefits.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Is a 'Working Retirement' the Key to Happiness for Men?
You may want to reconsider your retirement game plan if you're a man.
By Christy Bieber Published
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10 Ways to Stay Safe From Grandparent Scams and Other Fraud, Courtesy of a Financial Planner
Scams are increasingly hard to detect, and anyone can be fooled, from older people to educated professionals. Here are 10 ways to avoid becoming a victim.
By Erin Wood, CFP®, CRPC®, FBS® Published