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Kick Your Cash Off the Couch: Here's How to Prevent Inflation From Eating Your Savings
retirement Instead of letting your cash sit idle in low-return accounts, consider putting it to work in growth-oriented investments to protect your long-term buying power.
By Charles Dzama, Investment Adviser Representative
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Average Retirement Income by Age and State
Whether you are already retired or just beginning to save, these age and state income averages offer a critical reality check to retirement savings and spending plans.
By Donna LeValley
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The Final Countdown to Retire Early in 2026: A Monthly Guide
This guide will help you retire early in 2026, with a month-to-month checklist of achievable goals. What are you waiting for?
By Jacob Schroeder
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Taxes on Social Security Benefits: Do You Know the Rules?
Quiz Social Security benefits often come with confusing IRS tax rules that can trip up financially savvy retirees and near-retirees.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Year-End Moves to Maximize Your 2025 Retirement Savings
Sponsored by Savant Wealth Management
Retirement planning is about consistency, commitment and making the most of every dollar. Here are five high-impact moves to ensure long-term growth.
By Donna LeValley
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This Tax Trap Costs High Earners Thousands Each Year
Mutual funds in taxable accounts can quietly erode your returns. More efficient tools, such as ETFs and direct indexing, can help improve after-tax returns.
By Joshua Taffer, CEPA, CPWA®
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Five Best Financial Gifts for Grandkids
gift ideas If you've been giving your grandchildren cash for the holidays, now is a good time to rethink that. There are other financial gifts that will help teach them the value of money and set them up for life.
By David Rodeck
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Is 2026 Your Year To Retire?
Sponsored by Savant Wealth Management
Say yes to retirement if you can answer these questions.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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December Social Security Payment Schedule: When Is Your Check Arriving?
The date your December Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born.
By Kathryn Pomroy
