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When Flying Toward Retirement, Secure Your Own Mask First
Parents often feel compelled to help their kids pay for college, but when that could result in you moving in with them later, you should put your savings first.
By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP Published
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Retirees are Getting Into Camping — Here's How You Can, Too
A guide to camping for retirees, as older Americans are increasingly trying out the unique time outdoors.
By Yvette C. Hammett Published
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How to Talk about Estate Planning with Your Family
Estate planning can be a sensitive topic for families to talk about. Here's how to get past the awkwardness and discuss estate planning with your family.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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Calculating Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Nursing Home Care: What to Do When Medicare Wont Pay
Here's what to do when Medicare won't pay for a nursing home facility.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Five Strategies for Deciding When to File For Social Security
When to file for social security? Applying at age 70 maximizes your monthly payout, but claiming early could provide advantages that can’t be quantified on a spreadsheet.
By Sandra Block Published
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Before You Claim Social Security, What’s Your Income Plan?
If you’ll have multiple income streams in retirement, you’ll need to coordinate everything so you don’t end up paying taxes on your Social Security benefits.
By Nick Stahl Published
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Social Security Chief Testifies in Senate About Plans to Stop ‘Clawback Cruelty’
Social Security plans to default to withholding 10% (not all) of the recipient's monthly benefits to recoup debt, SSA head says.
By David Hilzenrath | KFF Health News Published
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Should a Donor-Advised Fund Be Part of Your Estate Plan?
A donor-advised fund, or DAF, lets the donor reap tax benefits while also being able to direct how the money is distributed and invested.
By Tracy Craig, Fellow, ACTEC, AEP® Published