Latest articles by Donna Fuscaldo
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Looking for Love This Valentine’s Day? Even Rock Stars Get Catfished
Scammers are getting sophisticated at catfishing older adults. One former Fleetwood Mac singer tells her story. Here's how to stay safe.
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Like the Penny, These 6 Things Retirees Grew Up With Are Going Away or Are Gone
President Trump wants to cancel the penny, but that's not the only item going away.
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Trump Buyouts Ruling Coming Soon. If You're Near Retirement, Should You Take One?
President Trump's buyout offer to government workers will soon be decided on by a judge. If you are on the receiving end of a buyout and close to retirement, here’s what to consider.
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Seven Biggest Financial Planning Myths: How Many Do You Believe?
Wisdom comes in all shapes and sizes, but not all of it is true, especially when it comes to these seven retirement financial planning myths.
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Is Indulging Your Vice Putting Your Retirement at Risk?
From alcohol to gambling, adults spend a lot of money pursuing their vices, but are they jeopardizing their retirement nest eggs?
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How To Use Your Home Equity In Retirement
Americans have a lot of value sitting in their homes. If you are among them, here is how to use your home equity to protect, grow and supplement your retirement nest egg.
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How to Save Social Security — Pay More Taxes? Cut Benefits?
These proposals to save Social Security may require big changes, but Americans want politicians to act. Are you willing to pay more taxes?
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What a Federal Grants Pause Could Have Meant for Social Security and Medicare
The White House rescinded a pause on all Federal grants and loans after an outcry, but the short-lived action shined a light on what could come in the future.
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Medicare Price Negotiations To Continue Under the Trump Administration
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services plans to negotiate the prices for 15 new drugs, although it says its seeking "greater transparency" in price talks.
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Should You Retire at 62? Five Tips to Help You Take the Wheel
To retire at 62, kick the tires to see if your retirement plan is a classic car or a jalopy.
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Annuity Payouts in Retirement: How Much Can You Get Each Month?
Annuity payouts can provide guaranteed income in retirement, but how much? The answer depends on several factors, including age, gender and the amount invested.
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Will President Trump's Medicare Executive Order Raise Drug Prices?
President Trump rescinded a Biden-era Executive Order that would have lowered the copays for some drugs to $2 for Medicare enrollees.
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Is Retiring in 2025 Right for You?
If any of these signs ring true, retiring in 2025 may be in your cards.
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Raising the Social Security Retirement Age to 69? How it Would Affect You
Workers have two choices if the full retirement age ever increases to 69. Work longer or collect less.
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Should You Add an Annuity to Your Retirement Portfolio in 2025?
In need of some guaranteed income? An annuity may be the answer if you check off any of these boxes.
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Five Ways to Save for Retirement in 2025
If you did a poor job saving for retirement last year, don't despair. There are ways to build your nest egg in the new year.
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Retirees, Be Prepared for a Natural Disaster
Caregiving Compile an emergency kit, seek help from friends and family, and know evacuation routes away from danger.
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7 Moves Retirees Can Make to Crush Holiday Debt in the New Year
Here's how to get rid of that holiday debt you racked up.
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Inherited IRA Pitfalls to Avoid
Don't get hit with a big tax bill thanks to an inherited IRA. Learn the rules and save.
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Retirement Fears Keeping You Up at Night
Get a better night's sleep in 2025 by overcoming these four retirement fears.
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Annuities: What They Are and How They Work
Annuities are becoming more popular among savers who want peace of mind and a regular stream of income in retirement.
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401(k) 'Super' Catch-Up Contributions Are Coming in 2025
New for 2025, employees 60 to 63 can save an additional $11,250 in their 401(k), but should they?
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Must-Know Annuity Terms and Glossary
Annuities don't have to be intimidating if you understand these key terms
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Jim Carrey Ran Out of Money in Retirement. Will You?
Cash-strapped retirees are returning to the workforce. How to prevent becoming one of them.
