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Social Security Under Trump Live Updates: CMS to Begin Audits of Medicare Advantage Plans and Medicare Coverage for Bone Density Tests
Social Security Blog Social Security is undergoing big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Tax Reconciliation Bill Could Trigger $500 Billion in Mandatory Medicare Cuts
The deficits caused by the tax bill would trigger the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 and force billions in cuts to Medicare. However, Congress can block the implementation of the cuts.
By Donna LeValley Published
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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