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Social Security Payment Delayed? Four Reasons Why
Social Security payments are a relied upon source of income in retirement. To keep them flowing make sure you don’t make these four mistakes.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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8 Things No One Tells You About Retirement
Making Your Money Last As you advance toward retirement, it's a good idea to start sharpening the focus of your retirement vision.
By Rachel L. Sheedy Last updated
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Seven Ways to Reduce Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2025
Social Security Minimizing taxes on Social Security is an essential consideration for many retirees.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Eight Things Medicare Doesn't Cover
Healthy Living on a Budget Medicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your healthcare coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Trump’s Plan to Eliminate Taxes on Social Security Forgets Your Children
Social Security A new analysis reveals that the policy change would mainly benefit high-earning retirees or those close to retirement.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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Tax on Social Security Benefits: Five Things You Need to Know
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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One Retirement Safeguard You've Never Heard of but Need
Even with a power of attorney or joint bank account, the Social Security Administration may hamstring your financial representative without one of these.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Want the Maximum Social Security Check in 2026? Here's What You Need to Do Now
The maximum Social Security check is $5,108 in 2025, up from $4,873 in 2024. Even if you don't qualify for the maximum monthly benefit, you can still increase your payments.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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How Federal Retirees Can Make SSFA Repeals Work for Them
From higher Social Security benefits to increased spousal and survivor benefits, federal employees have much to gain from the Social Security Fairness Act.
By Brian Skrobonja, Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) Published