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Social Security Under Trump Live Updates: Social Security Administration Makes Progress on Long Hold Times
Social Security Blog Social Security is undergoing big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Are Annuities the New Safe Haven?
Annuity sales top $100 billion in the first quarter.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Four Financial Shocks Retirees Face and How to Avoid Them
Turn these financial shocks into mere "bothers" with a little foresight and preparation.
By Maurie Backman Published
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Time to Spring-Clean Your Finances: A Financial Professional's Four Steps to Tidy Them Up
A midyear review of everything from spending to saving, with adjustments as needed, can set you on track to financial security. Plus, don't forget to check in on your workplace benefits.
By Craig Rubino Published
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The Minimum Savings You Need To Retire in All 50 States
Worried you haven't saved enough for retirement? Here are the average annual expenses and minimum savings amounts needed to get by in all 50 states.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Medicare Tax: Five Things Every Worker Needs to Know
Payroll Taxes It's important to know how Medicare tax works.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Rules, Deadlines, and Important Changes to Know
RMDs Here are some basics to know about RMDs and how these distributions can impact your taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Most Expensive States for Retired Military Service Members
Retirement Veterans can keep more of their military retirement pay by avoiding these high-taxed, most expensive states for retired service members.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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The 2025 Estate Tax Exemption
Estate Tax The IRS increased the exemption before the new GOP House tax bill was proposed. Find out how the plan could permanently change the threshold for estate taxes.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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