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How to Apply for Social Security Retirement Benefits
There are two ways to apply for Social Security retirement benefits.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Best Places For Living Single In Retirement
From cost of living to health care access, here are three states you may want to consider if you are single and retired.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Vacationing With the Grandkids: What Could Go Wrong?
Traveling with your grandkids may be on your bucket list, but before you book the trip, consider the downsides of gramping.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Our Annual Grandparents’ Guide to Today’s Pop Artists
If you grew up loving Dylan, Coltrane or other great artists, here are some modern musicians that tap into similar styles and spirits. Check out our playlist.
By Steve Hochman Published
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What You Expect in Retirement vs What You Get: Where Reality Can Surprise You
A financial planner explores how your expectations for retirement can greatly differ from reality — and how you can plan for that.
By David Blanchett, PhD, CFA, CFP® Published
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What Is the May Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your May Social Security benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Retirement Spending Got You Stressed? Six Signs You Need Help
Saving for retirement is the easy part. Spending those retirement dollars may cause too much stress and require help.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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'The Best Is Yet to Come' — Four Things You Gain in Retirement
Retirement should be a time of exploration, expansion and delight. So if you've done your planning well, enjoy these four retirement perks.
By Maurie Backman Published
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What's Up With the 10-Year Treasury Bond: Four Financial Experts Weigh In
A financial professional and three colleagues explain the fluctuations in the 10-year Treasury bond and what investors should do.
By Matthew Sommer, Ph.D. CFA® Published