A new study identifies the 5 best states for long-term retirement success and security. Does your state rank among them?
Retirement decisions often come down to two numbers: how much you’ve saved and how far that money will…
How Big Is Donald Trump’s Social Security?
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4 Surprise Retirement Expenses You Might Encounter in 2026 — and What to Do About Them
If you’ve been retired for a good number of years, you may feel that you’ve got a pretty…
The Fed’s December Rate Cut Means Social Security Retirees Could Be In for a COLA Surprise
pabradyphoto / iStock via Getty Images The Fed cut rates by 0.25% in December 2025 with a 9-3…
German experts propose raising retirement age to 73 to save pensions; it’s now 65. Could U.S. follow?
Like much of the developed world, Germany is facing an aging population that is making its national pension…
His Former Employer Ran A Shopify Store Under His Social Security Number. Now, The IRS Says He Owes $180K, And Dave Ramsey Goes Ballistic
Aaron from Colorado Springs has been living a nightmare for three years. After working for the same company…
Retiring Next Year? Use This Withdrawal Rate Instead of The 4% Rule, New Report Finds
kate_sept2004 / Getty Images Morningstar analysis suggests that retirees could start out with a 3.9% withdrawal rate. You’ve…
Want Guaranteed Retirement Income? Social Security Isn’t the Only Way to Get It
Steve Heap / Shutterstock.com Social Security benefits are guaranteed for life. Annuities provide lifetime income payments in exchange…
Social Security Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) Changes After Fed Cuts Rates Again
2024 Getty Images / Getty Images News via Getty Images The 2026 COLA was announced at 2.8% in…
One Retirement Savings Plan You Don’t Want to Overlook in 2026
IRAs and 401(k) plans are popular for a reason. These accounts offer tax breaks in the course of…
Why retirees could face a financial shock from Social Security in 2026
Many retirees are struggling with their finances, and things could get worse next year if they aren’t prepared…
Millions of Americans retire with little or $0 in savings — here’s how they manage to make it work regardless
Although many Americans believe they need $1.26 million to retire comfortably, most fall short of that goal. (1)…