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There are tons of factors that determine the size of your monthly Social Security check upon retirement. However, one of the major factors is the age at which you decide to claim. You can retire...
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While in recent times retirement has been painted in rosy colors, with people doing yoga, playing golf, traveling … and running for president, it is also a stage in life where we can find ourselves...
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It is imperative to plan for retirement to ensure financial security during your later years. However, numerous factors come into play, including determining how much to save and where to invest it,...
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It’s the home stretch to retirement for members of Gen X—people born between 1965 and 1980. The oldest members of this generation are 59 years old. It’s shocking to contemplate, but yes, the...
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For many approaching retirement, the question of “when” to claim Social Security benefits looms large. The general advice is to wait until full retirement age (FRA), which depends on the year you...
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Retiring early is becoming increasingly popular, and many early retirees claim Social Security early. After all, Social Security is the bedrock for most Americans’ retirement. Sadly, retiring early...
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Planning for retirement is one crucial step to achieving financial well-being. For many Americans, the 401(k) plan serves as the cornerstone of their retirement savings strategy. Maxing out a...
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If you are between the ages of 55 and 65, then your mind is probably filled with thoughts and plans for retirement. If you’ve recently come to the realization that your retirement nest egg isn’t...
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With the hope that everyone can retire one day, your total retirement income will dictate what you can spend monthly during your retirement years. To find the sum of all your income you expect to use...
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When you think about the dollar amount needed to retire, it’s more than just a social security check. There is very little you can do about social security as it’s solely based on your lifetime...
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When getting ready for retirement, there are several factors everyone needs to consider. Among these factors will be the size of your nest egg. This number will help you determine not only when you...
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Yogi Berra. The name conjures images of a stocky catcher in pinstripes, a clutch hitter with a mischievous glint in his eye. A baseball legend, no doubt. But Yogi Berra’s legacy is far more than...
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Young folks in their 80s still have a lot to learn from their elders. Elders like 93-year-old Warren Buffett, the uber-rich founder of Berkshire Hathaway. With $134.9 billion to his name, you might...
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The AARP estimates that one out of seven retired people 65 and older depends on Social Security for almost all of their income. If that’s you, we understand it’s especially important to you to...
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Dark clouds may be gathering on the horizon for Social Security recipients. While early forecasts suggest a potentially modest Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2023, these predictions are shrouded...
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