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Reduce Stress With a Layered Approach for Your Retirement Money
To be confident about retirement, consider building a safety net by dividing assets into distinct layers and establishing a regular review process. Here's how.
By Jeff Judge, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AEP®
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Retirement Savings On Track? How Much You Should Have By 60 and 65
See how your retirement savings stack up compared to this Wall Street guide, ranked by age and income.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Retirement Savings on Track? How Much You Should Have by 55 and 60
See how your retirement savings stack up compared to this Wall Street guide, ranked by age and income.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Retirement Savings on Track? How Much You Should Have by 50 and 55
See how your retirement savings stack up compared to this Wall Street guide, ranked by age and income.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Social Security Payment Schedule for 2026
Find 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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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: December 2025
The average monthly Social Security check amount might surprise you. Here's a look at December's numbers and why they matter.
By Donna LeValley
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When to Apply for Social Security Payments? Your Age Matters
Do you know when to apply for Social Security benefits? What's the best age to start receiving monthly payments? Part of the answer lies in your birth year.
By Donna LeValley
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4 Questions to Ask Before You Spend Your Kids' Inheritance
If your kids are successful, do they need an inheritance? Ask yourself these four questions before passing down another dollar.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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4 Estate Planning Documents Every High-Net-Worth Family Needs
The key to successful estate planning for HNW families isn't just drafting these four documents, but ensuring they're current and immediately accessible.
By Howard A. Enders
