Most Americans actually get richer in their first 10 years of retirement. Here’s how to make the most of it in 2026
It’s a common fear: running out of money in retirement. But here’s a surprising truth — many American…
‘AI bubble’ shouldn’t be main focus of retirement investors
Thasunda Brown Duckett CNBC Fears of an AI stock bubble have many investors watching — and some worrying…
Social Security 2026 COLA brings a historic raise for retirees
A history-making Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026 will lift nominal-dollar retired-worker checks well above the national…
Retired professor, 75, fumbled to learn her finances when her husband died. What to do before a catastrophe strikes
When Alice Stone Nakhimovsky’s husband, Alexander, passed away unexpectedly last year from a brain aneurysm, she lost more…
Near Retirement? Make These 5 Moves Now To Maximize Social Security
If you’re nearing retirement, the decisions you make today could significantly impact how much Social Security income you…
Social Security benefits could increase by $200 a month — here’s who would qualify
Democratic Senators are pushing legislation that could hike monthly Social Security payments by $200, arguing senior citizens are…
Social Security COLAs To Be Capped for High Earners Under New Proposal
A new proposal suggests limiting annual Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increases for the highest earners—a change that…
At 59, my husband and I have $250K saved for retirement. But my friend says he’s got $700K. Are we unprepared?
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Things To Do Right Now To Safeguard Social Security
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3 Social Security changes retirees should plan for in 2026
There’s also another change tied to Social Security that could have a big impact next year. Keith Speights…
59% of working boomers feel behind on retirement savings. Here are 5 ways to keep growing your nest egg after retiring
Retiring but feeling insecure about what you’ve got saved to retire on? If the answer is yes, you…
Who would qualify for the $200 monthly Social Security increase?
A group of Democratic Senators has introduced a bill that would increase Social Security benefits by $200 a…