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8 George Carlin Quotes Retirees Should Live ByThe master of comedy was famously cynical, but his raw philosophy offers a surprising blueprint for your golden years.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Best Places to Retire in the USWhether it's warmer weather, quality health care or a low tax burden, these states offer retirees a sweet spot to live in after leaving work.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Worst Places to Retire in the USThe worst places to retire tend to lag in quality of life, health care and affordability, according to WalletHub's 2025 survey. Is your state the worst?
By Kathryn Pomroy
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13 Outrageous Ways To Spend Money in RetirementWhether you have excess cash to spend or want to pretend, here’s a look at 13 ridiculous ways retirees can splurge.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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'The Best Is Yet to Come' — Five Things You Gain in RetirementRetirement should be a time of exploration, expansion and delight. So if you've done your planning well, enjoy these five retirement perks.
By Maurie Backman
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Why Is My First Medicare Bill So High?Your first Medicare bill may be higher than expected for several reasons. If your premiums aren't taken out of your Social Security benefit, the bill can be huge.
By Donna LeValley
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Ask the Tax Editor: Tax Basis in Inherited PropertyAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions on inherited property: gold, stock, real estate, including the tax basis at death.
By Joy Taylor
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How the Best Advisers Help Clients Use Their Retirement FearClients don't need advisers to dismiss their retirement fears. They need advisers who can listen, separate emotion from risk and turn anxiety into action.
By David Conti, CPRC
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The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Rule of Retirement SpendingHere's how to reduce your tax bill when you withdraw money in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
