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Common Estate Planning Mistakes
If you have avoided the ten most common estate planning mistakes, your family will thank you.
By Daniel Bortz Last updated
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You Can Now Collect a Public Pension and Full Social Security Benefits
retirement If you receive a public pension from the government, you can now collect full Social Security benefits as well as your pension, due to the Social Security Fairness Act.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Social Security Earnings Tests: Five Things You Must Know
social security If you’re still working and claim Social Security early, your benefits could be reduced, at least temporarily.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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Annuity Payouts in Retirement: How Much Can You Get Each Month?
Annuity payouts can provide guaranteed income in retirement, but how much? The answer depends on several factors, including age, gender and the amount invested.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Americans to Trump: Help Us Save for Retirement
With a Social Security shortfall looming and many workers struggling to save for retirement, most Americans agree: It's time for the government to step in.
By Maurie Backman Published
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My Five-Step Estate Planning Guide to Protect Your Family
A wealth adviser notes that an estate plan that covers everything from guardianship to digital assets and taxes — and is discussed openly — will give you and your family peace of mind.
By Jamie Carroll Published
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Could a Golden Visa Be Your Ticket to Retiring Abroad?
Trump and DOGE are weighing a U.S. "Gold Card" that would let the wealthy emigrate to the U.S. for a fee. But golden visas have been around for years worldwide. Here's how they work.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Running Out of Money in Retirement: Nine Steps to Reduce the Risk
Quit worrying about money and enjoy a carefree retirement. Sounds good, right? Well, if you follow these nine steps from a financial adviser, you could be on your way to that goal.
By William Thatcher Published
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I'm a Financial Planner: Here Are Five Lesser-Known Ways to Avoid Estate Tax
The clock is ticking on the estate and gift tax provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, so the sooner you act on removing assets from your estate, the better.
By Bennett Pardue, CFP®, CDFA®, Investment Adviser Representative Published