Maurie Backman

Maurie Backman has more than a decade of experience writing about financial topics, including retirement, investing, Social Security, and real estate. Her work has appeared on sites that include The Motley Fool, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, and CNN Underscored.

Maurie Backman | Apr 23, 2025 at 10:18 AM EDT

We’re in our early 50s with $4 million liquid and $1.1 million tied up in a vacation rental – can we truly retire soon or should we sell?

Owning a vacation rental is a dream for a lot of people. And in some cases, it could be…

Maurie Backman | Apr 23, 2025 at 9:02 AM EDT

Retiring before 60 and worried about big capital gains – should I restructure my mix of ETFs and mutual funds right now?

There’s a reason workers are commonly advised to save for retirement in an IRA or 401(k) plan. These accounts…

Maurie Backman | Apr 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM EDT

Here’s How Social Security’s 2025 COLA Is Holding Up to Inflation

There’s a reason Social Security recipients have gotten to enjoy larger cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) in recent years. Inflation has been…

Maurie Backman | Apr 22, 2025 at 11:12 AM EDT

President Trump claims that “Democrats want to destroy Social Security” – could that actually happen?

There’s a reason so many people are worried about Social Security, and it’s that the program is on shaky…

Maurie Backman | Apr 22, 2025 at 10:05 AM EDT

Signing Up for Medicare? Here’s Why You Should Wait on Social Security

There’s a reason many older employees force themselves to work until they turn 65. Age 65 is when Medicare eligibility…

Maurie Backman | Apr 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM EDT

I’m 39, drive a Honda CR-V, and want a V8 truck for safety – should I pull the trigger on the pricey truck or stick with a crossover?

There’s a reason some people choose to spend a lot of money on the cars they drive. Your vehicle…

Maurie Backman | Apr 21, 2025 at 4:09 PM EDT

3 Investing Tips All 401(k) Savers Need to Know

You’ll often hear that if you want to retire comfortably, you’ll need to build some savings. You can’t expect to…

Maurie Backman | Apr 21, 2025 at 9:34 AM EDT

Planning for college: Are parents budgeting $200K in 529s plus $20K+ per year in extra spending?

It’s hardly a secret that the cost of college has been going nowhere but up. And a lot of…

Maurie Backman | Apr 21, 2025 at 9:11 AM EDT

3 Things You Need to Know About Social Security COLAs

If you’re someone who collects Social Security, then you probably find yourself eagerly awaiting news of a cost-of-living adjustment, or…

Maurie Backman | Apr 20, 2025 at 4:49 PM EDT

Should Retirees Sell Their Stocks With the Market Crashing?

When President Trump announced his tariff policies at the start of April, many financial experts braced for backlash. And…

Maurie Backman | Apr 20, 2025 at 10:44 AM EDT

Here’s the Problem With Getting Most of Your Retirement Income From Social Security

There are millions of older Americans today who get the bulk of their retirement income from Social Security. So…

Maurie Backman | Apr 20, 2025 at 8:45 AM EDT

3 Retirement Rules of Thumb You Need to Ignore

If you search the internet, you’ll come across a lot of advice about saving for retirement. And some of…

Maurie Backman | Apr 20, 2025 at 6:12 AM EDT

Social Security Cuts Are Looming. Here’s When Benefits Could Start to Shrink

At this point, you’ve probably heard the rumor that Social Security is about to go bankrupt. And thankfully, that’s not…

Maurie Backman | Apr 19, 2025 at 12:24 PM EDT

Creating a ‘Death File’: How I Prepared My Family for the Inevitable

The loss of a loved one can be a devastating blow. But imagine having to scramble to pick up…

Maurie Backman | Apr 19, 2025 at 11:12 AM EDT

Social Security Says I’m Not a U.S. Citizen. Now What?

There are plenty of people who reside in the United States legally despite not being citizens. But if you are…

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Maurie Backman

We’re in our early 50s with $4 million liquid and $1.1 million tied up in a vacation rental – can we truly retire soon or should we sell?

Retiring before 60 and worried about big capital gains – should I restructure my mix of ETFs and mutual funds right now?

Here’s How Social Security’s 2025 COLA Is Holding Up to Inflation

President Trump claims that “Democrats want to destroy Social Security” – could that actually happen?

Signing Up for Medicare? Here’s Why You Should Wait on Social Security

I’m 39, drive a Honda CR-V, and want a V8 truck for safety – should I pull the trigger on the pricey truck or stick with a crossover?

3 Investing Tips All 401(k) Savers Need to Know

Planning for college: Are parents budgeting $200K in 529s plus $20K+ per year in extra spending?

3 Things You Need to Know About Social Security COLAs

Should Retirees Sell Their Stocks With the Market Crashing?

Here’s the Problem With Getting Most of Your Retirement Income From Social Security

3 Retirement Rules of Thumb You Need to Ignore

Social Security Cuts Are Looming. Here’s When Benefits Could Start to Shrink

Creating a ‘Death File’: How I Prepared My Family for the Inevitable

Social Security Says I’m Not a U.S. Citizen. Now What?

The $700 Billion Spending Cycle That Will Define AIQ’s Next 12 Months

A Couple With $3.5 Million Discovers State Estate Taxes Could Cost Their Kids Six Figures

MISL Investors: Watch the FY27 Budget Bill Before the Next Rally

A Couple With $3.5 Million Discovers State Estate Taxes Could Cost Their Kids Six Figures

A 71-Year-Old's $850,000 Home Is Her Biggest Retirement Asset. Downsizing Could Add $2,250 a Month

The $700 Billion Spending Cycle That Will Define AIQ’s Next 12 Months

A Couple With $3.5 Million Discovers State Estate Taxes Could Cost Their Kids Six Figures

Maurie Backman

We’re in our early 50s with $4 million liquid and $1.1 million tied up in a vacation rental – can we truly retire soon or should we sell?

Retiring before 60 and worried about big capital gains – should I restructure my mix of ETFs and mutual funds right now?

Here’s How Social Security’s 2025 COLA Is Holding Up to Inflation

President Trump claims that “Democrats want to destroy Social Security” – could that actually happen?

Signing Up for Medicare? Here’s Why You Should Wait on Social Security

I’m 39, drive a Honda CR-V, and want a V8 truck for safety – should I pull the trigger on the pricey truck or stick with a crossover?

3 Investing Tips All 401(k) Savers Need to Know

Planning for college: Are parents budgeting $200K in 529s plus $20K+ per year in extra spending?

3 Things You Need to Know About Social Security COLAs

Should Retirees Sell Their Stocks With the Market Crashing?

Here’s the Problem With Getting Most of Your Retirement Income From Social Security

3 Retirement Rules of Thumb You Need to Ignore

Social Security Cuts Are Looming. Here’s When Benefits Could Start to Shrink

Creating a ‘Death File’: How I Prepared My Family for the Inevitable

Social Security Says I’m Not a U.S. Citizen. Now What?

The $700 Billion Spending Cycle That Will Define AIQ’s Next 12 Months

A Couple With $3.5 Million Discovers State Estate Taxes Could Cost Their Kids Six Figures

MISL Investors: Watch the FY27 Budget Bill Before the Next Rally

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