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Nine Ways Seniors Can Save on Car Insurance
Seniors tend to pay more for car insurance, but these discounts and strategies can help you keep rates down.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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I'm 52 with $2.1 million in retirement savings: Can I afford a second home?
Buy a second home now, or wait until retirement? It depends.
By Maurie Backman Published
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The Nine Key Milestone Ages In Retirement
These nine milestone ages mark your eligibility for significant retirement benefits, including catch-up contributions and required actions, such as taking RMDs at age 73.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Raising the Social Security Retirement Age to 69? How it Would Affect You
Workers have two choices if the full retirement age ever increases to 69. Work longer or collect less.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Medicare Premiums 2026: Projected IRMAA Brackets and Surcharges for Parts B and D
Will you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge next year? It depends on a few factors.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Are Managed 401(k) Accounts Worth the Extra Cost?
Managed 401(k) accounts are an option in an increasing number of company plans, but are they worth the additional fees vs. target-date funds?
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Retire in the Bahamas With These Three Tax Benefits
Retirement Taxes Retirement in the Bahamas may be worth considering for high-net-worth individuals who hate paying taxes on income and capital gains.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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What to Do After Losing Your Spouse: An Expert Guide
Some financial decisions need to be made sooner rather than later. In honor of International Widows' Day, here's what you need to know about gathering documents and contacting government agencies and financial institutions.
By Julia Pham, CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® Published
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2025
Retirement Taxes Not all retirees who live in states that tax Social Security benefits have to pay state income taxes. Will your benefits be taxed?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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