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QUIZ: Are You Ready To Retire At 65?
Are you in a good position to retire at 65? Find out with this quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?
The dream of retiring comfortably remains a tough goal to hit. Do you have enough socked away?
By Kathryn Pomroy
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65 or Older? 5 Tax Strategies to Protect Your Retirement Income
Retirement From leveraging the new senior bonus deduction to timing Roth conversions, smart tax planning is key this year.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 New Retirement Rules Taking Effect in 2026
Sponsored by American National
Retirement planning in 2026 comes with new contribution limits, tax breaks and health care changes. Here's what savers and retirees need to know.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Six Myths About Downsizing in Retirement
Dreaming of selling your home, downsizing to a smaller one, and investing the extra cash for income when you retire? The profit you pocket may be less than what you expect. Here's why.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Medicare Premiums and IRMAA
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on monthly Medicare premiums, IRAA and tax-deductible medical expenses.
By Joy Taylor
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5 Simple Steps to Financial Power for Every Woman
Despite our growing economic power, women still face a confidence and savings gap. We can fix that by taking steps that secure our financial independence.
By Nicole Romito, CFP®, CDFA™
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This Is How a QTIP Trust Protects Your Kids' Inheritance
If you have a blended family, this estate planning tool can provide for your surviving spouse while passing assets to your children from a previous marriage.
By Mike Palmer, CFP®
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What's My Social Security Full Retirement Age?
The year you were born determines when you become eligible for your Social Security full retirement age benefit (FRA). Use our calculator to determine your FRA.
By Jackie Stewart
