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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 at which people claim their benefits.
By Donna LeValley
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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
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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®
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Vaccines Medicare Covers for Free in 2025
The U.S. is experiencing an outbreak of measles and is on track to have the most whooping cough cases since 1948; these vaccines Medicare covers for free can keep you safe.
By Donna LeValley
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What’s the Best Medigap Plan for You?
Medicare The 10 Medigap plans offer different levels of benefits that pay for expenses, such as co-payments, not covered by original Medicare.
By Jackie Stewart
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The 12 Best Things Rich Retirees Do
From prioritizing spending and investing to using debt wisely and developing a giving attitude, rich retirees build a roadmap for a meaningful journey.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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I'm 58 and just sold some stock to lock in gains. I made a killing, but I'll have a big tax bill. What's My Next Move?
We ask financial planning experts for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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More Than Money: The Hidden Toll of Financial Abuse of Older Adults
Financial abuse from schemes involving tech support, government impostors, false sweepstakes, grandchild hoaxes and online shopping issues can cause thousands of dollars in losses.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert
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Do You Want An Extra $50,000 In Your 401(k)? Delay Retiring
Don’t think putting off retiring for six months to a year will have a meaningful impact? Think again. See how much it can help.
By Donna Fuscaldo