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Bigger Social Security Checks Are Arriving in April
Payments to eligible retired public sector employees will increase starting in April due to the Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA)..
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The Average Social Security Check for Retirees in Every State
Do you live in this New England state with the heftiest check? Your Social Security benefit can be affected by where you live.
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The SSA Has Rolled Back Some Changes to the Application Process and Extended the Timeline: Here's What You Need to Know
The SSA is transitioning to stronger identity verification procedures for both new benefit claims and direct deposit changes.
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Five Reasons to Take Social Security Early (and Five Reasons to Wait)
There are sound reasons to take Social Security early. While many experts say it's best to wait until full retirement age to claim benefits, here are some reasons to start early.
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What Retirees Need to Know About Taxes
Take steps to avoid a surprise tax bill and underpayment penalties.
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A Savings Tool to Empower People With Disabilities
An ABLE account can improve quality of life for individuals with a disability — it permits tax-free saving for ongoing expenses without jeopardizing benefits.
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Social Security Fairness Act: Five Financial Planning Issues to Revisit
More money as a public-sector retiree is great, but there could be unintended consequences with taxes, Medicare and more if you're not careful.
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Social Security Warning: Five Missteps Too Many Women Make
Claiming Social Security is complicated, and for women the stakes are high. What you don't know can cost you, so make sure you do know these five things.
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What DOGE is Doing Now
The Kiplinger Letter As Musk's DOGE pursues its ambitious agenda, uncertainty and legal challenges are mounting — causing frustration for Trump.
The Kiplinger Letter
