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Three Ways to Prepare for Long-Term Care Expenses in Retirement
It's likely that most of us will need some kind of long-term care as we age, so it'd be a good idea to start planning for those expenses now.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Do You Prefer Trump or Harris on Social Security? Here's What One Survey Shows
A new survey asked if Harris or Trump will better protect Social Security. The GoBankingRates report shows who 1,000 Americans prefer.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Should You Delay Social Security if You're Wealthy?
Here are three scenarios in which you might want to consider claiming Social Security benefits later if you have saved a significant chunk of change.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Americans Want Social Security Boosted Now
A very high amount of Americans say they want to see Congress act now to protect funding for Social Security.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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Social Security COLA Increase for 2025 Could Be the Lowest in Four Years
The Social Security COLA increase is likely to be the lowest since 2021 as new reports showing inflationary pressure subsiding.
By Donna LeValley Published
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What Are Social Security Credits, and How Do They Work?
You have to earn a certain amount of money for a certain amount of time in order to be eligible to collect Social Security benefits.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published
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Four Steps to Help You Hit Your Magic Number for Retirement
Americans feel they need $1.46 million to retire comfortably. The good news, if you're falling short, is you might not need that much to reach your individual retirement goals.
By Kevin Dwyer, CFP®, CLU® Published
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Gender Pay Gap Is a Triple Whammy for Women: How to Beat It
When you're paid less, it's hard to get by, much less save for retirement. And your Social Security benefit could be lower, too. What's a woman to do? Invest.
By Ashley Terrell, IAR Published
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Five Things You Must Do to Retire With Confidence
Making sure you won't run out of money once you retire starts with taking these simple but important steps.
By Stefan Greenberg, CFP®, CFS, CLTC Published