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Buckle Up: Five Risks to Avoid on the Road to Retirement
As retirement approaches, keep an eye out for the last remaining bumps in the road that could put a serious dent in your hard-earned savings.
By Bryan S. Slovon, Investment Adviser Published
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The Average Social Security Check by Age
Compare your average Social Security check to others of your age, and plan for the future.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Social Security Benefits Are Shrinking
Social Security benefits are shrinking relative to Medicare premium increases, leaving older adults with less cash at the end of the month.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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When You Will Start Getting 2025 Social Security Payments
When Social Security recipients will start seeing 2025 checks with the COLA increase.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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Six Questions to Ask Before Taking Social Security
Ask these six questions before taking Social Security if you're trying to figure out the right timing.
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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Can I Stop Social Security and Restart it Later? Get a Do-Over
Get a Social Security do-over. Learn how to stop and restart Social Security.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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Your Social Security Checks Won’t Stop If the Government Shuts Down
How Social Security would be affected by a government shutdown, including what happens to checks and what services would be paused.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Three Ways to Help Create Financial Stability for a Widow
Loss of a spouse often leads to financial insecurity in retirement. These strategies can help ensure financial stability for the surviving spouse.
By Nick Bour, CAPP™, IRMAACP™ Published
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Claim It Early or Delay? When to Start Taking Social Security
Timing is everything when it comes to starting Social Security. Here are the top reasons why people choose to delay or take it early, according to one expert.
By Matt Johnson, CPA, NSSA Published