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Social Security Strategies for Married Retirees

Feature Try these tips to boost retirement benefits for you and your spouse.

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  Contributing to a Spouse’s IRA in Retirement

  retirement If you earn money but your spouse doesn’t, you can contribute to IRAs for both of you.

  By Kimberly Lankford Published 25 March 15

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  9 Reasons Women Will Never Retire

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  By Stacy Rapacon Published 19 March 15

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  The Financial Challenges of New Relationships Later in Life

  Feature Despite legal and financial drawbacks, lots of older couples forgo marriage.

  By Janet Bodnar Published 10 March 15

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  Social Security Strategies for Divorced Couples

  Feature You may be able to claim a benefit based on your ex-spouse's earnings.

  By Sandra Block Published 9 March 15

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  2 Important Documents Every Couple Needs

  insurance It's especially important for unmarried couples to be prepared.

  By Sandra Block Published 6 March 15

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  Financial Lessons From the Modern-Day Amelia Earhart

  business Encourage others to invest in you and your dream.

  By Lisa Gerstner Published 20 February 15

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  How Money Is Used as a Weapon in Relationships

  spending Financial literacy is a key to fighting economic abuse.

  By Anne Kates Smith Published 27 January 15

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  6 Things to Know About Your Spouse's Finances

  Financial Planning Make sure you and your husband know about each other's accounts and important documents.

  By Janet Bodnar Published 6 January 15

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  Small-Business Success Story: Engineering for Kids

  business A former teacher builds her summer camp into a nationwide franchise.

  By Patricia Mertz Esswein Published 2 January 15

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