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What's My Social Security Full Retirement Age?
Social Security The year you were born determines when you become eligible for your Social Security full retirement age benefit (FRA). Use our calculator to determine your FRA.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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Many Older Adults Lack Financial Security: What Can We Do?
Poor financial literacy and a lack of foresight have led to this troubling reality. It's going to take tax policy changes, education and more to address it.
By Ryan Munson Published
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Will You Pay Taxes on Your Social Security Benefits?
You might, depending on your income, but smart financial planning now can help lower or even eliminate your taxes in the future.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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How Women Can Navigate Competing Priorities as They Age
It takes planning and some frank conversations, but women can aim for a happy and financially secure retirement while supporting loved ones. Here's how.
By Steph L. Wagner Published
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Four Questions That Keep Most Pre-Retirees Awake at Night
retirement If you worry about when you can retire, whether you'll have enough money, whether the money you do have will last… Well, you are not alone.
By Nicholas J. Toman, CFP® Last updated
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How IRAs Impact Social Security
Do your traditional IRA distributions count as income that could lower your social security benefits? It depends.
By Tom Taulli Last updated
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How to Estimate Your Social Security Benefits in Six Steps
To plan smart for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Can Both Spouses Collect Social Security Benefits? What You Need to Know
Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Election Poll Surprise Driven In Part by 65+ Female Voters
J. Ann Selzer pointed to voters aged 65+, and female voters in particular, as an explanation for the surprising presidential election poll results.
By Alexandra Svokos Published