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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret ForeverFrom saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt
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Gift Like Buffet: Three Financial Gifts for Your Kids and GrandkidsWarren Buffet used to give his family cash for Christmas. After learning they neither saved nor invested it, he gave them something more practical.
By Donna LeValley
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How to Max Out Your 401(k) in 2026 (New Limits are Higher)In 2026, the maximum contribution limits for 401(k) plans have increased, giving you an excellent shot at maximizing your retirement savings.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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The 13 Best Retirement Perks You're Missing Out OnRetiree-friendly goods and services are available at no cost – if you know where to look.
By Bob Niedt
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Time to Stop Driving? When Older Drivers Need to Hang up the Car KeysDoes your older parent or spouse need to stop driving? It's one of the hardest transitions in aging, and there's no simple fix.
By Maurie Backman
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10 Free and Low-Cost Online Classes for RetireesBoost your skills with these free (or nearly-free) online classes — perfect for knowledge-seeking retirees
By Kathryn Pomroy
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RMD or QCD? Take the Retirement Distribution QuizDon’t let mandatory distributions catch you off guard. Test your RMD knowledge and discover strategies to maximize your retirement income today.
By Donna LeValley
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We Are 57 and Want to Take Two Years Off to TravelWe have saved $7 million, and our round-the-world trip will cost $800K. We both had parents who died in their 60s, so we want to travel while we are "young."
By Maurie Backman
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Will Your Retirement Income Trigger the IRMAA This Year?Medicare costs can spike if your income triggers the income-related monthly adjustment amount. Here's what to expect in 2026 and how to avoid it in the future.
By Philip Segal, CLU®, ChFC®, RICP®




