Social Security
News, insights and expert analysis on social security from the team at Kiplinger.
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The Cheapest Places To Retire in the USWhen you're trying to balance a fixed income with an enjoyable retirement, the cost of living is a crucial factor to consider. Is your city the best?
By Stacy Rapacon
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The Social Security Bridge: How to Retire at 62 and Claim at 70Delaying your claim until age 70 locks in a permanent, lifelong pay raise. Here's your blueprint to construct an income bridge that safely funds your retirement gap years.
By Adam Shell
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Is Your 401(k) Rollover Truly Protected in an IRA?Quiz Take our 10-question quiz see if your hard-earned nest egg is truly protected from hidden liabilities, or if you are exposed to unexpected risks.
By Donna LeValley
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When Spouses Clash on Retirement Age: Longevity Risk vs FOMOHow can a couple get retirement timing "right" when one spouse comes from a long-lived family and the other doesn't?
By Maurie Backman
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The Average Social Security Check in Every StateDo you live in this New England state with the heftiest check? Your Social Security benefit can be affected by where you live.
By Donna LeValley
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The Average Social Security Check by AgeCompare your average Social Security check with others of your age, and plan for the future.
By Donna LeValley
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Social Security Payment Schedule for 2026Find out when you can expect your 2026 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.
By Donna LeValley
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3 Ways to Avoid Falling Into a Tax Trap in RetirementYou may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but taxable withdrawals and Social Security can keep your tax bill as high as it was during your career.
By Gary Knode, CF2
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2027 Social Security COLA Forecast Surges Amid Spike in InflationDriven by a recent spike in fuel and food prices, the 2027 Social Security COLA forecast has jumped to 3.9% — a significant increase over the 2026 raise of 2.8%.
By Donna LeValley
