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3 Medicare Cost Hikes Every Retiree Should Know About (Before They Spend Again)

If your Social Security check felt a little lighter this year (or your monthly budget suddenly feels tighter), you’re not imagining it. Several Medicare cost...

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7 Retirement Changes Lawmakers Are Debating That Could Hit Seniors First

If you’re retired (or planning to retire soon), there’s a growing list of proposals in Washington that could reshape how older Americans receive benefits. Some...

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Millions of Retirees Could Owe More in Taxes This Year — Here’s Why

If you’re retired and expecting your tax bill to look the same as last year, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise. Millions of...

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3 Ways Rising Healthcare Costs Are Quietly Eating Your Social Security Checks in 2026

If your Social Security check feels smaller this year—even after the COLA increase—you’re not imagining it. Rising healthcare costs in 2026 are quietly absorbing a...

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7 Medicare Time Limits That Are Now So Short Many Seniors Don’t Realize They’ve Missed Them

If you’re on Medicare—or helping a parent or spouse manage their coverage—there’s a growing problem you need to know about. Several Medicare time limits have...

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Ask the Editor, February 20: Questions on Tax Breaks for Caregivers

In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax breaks for caregivers

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How The US Adding $696 Billion in Debt Impacts Your Money Every Day, According to Experts

The more the government borrows, the more Americans will feel a financial strain.

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I Asked ChatGPT To Plan a $150,000/Year Retirement Budget — Here’s What It Came Up With

ChatGPT broke down a $150,000 annual retirement budget: $30k housing, $25k travel, $20k healthcare, $18k food and $20k taxes for living without mortgage debt.

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9 Ways the Wealthy Waste Thousands in Taxes: A Checklist for What Not to Miss

The tax code contains plenty of legitimate ways for the wealthy and business owners to cut taxes. Use this checklist to minimize taxes and stay compliant.

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6 Medicare Claim Errors That Trigger Denials Over One Missed Checkbox

Most Medicare beneficiaries assume their claims are handled smoothly behind the scenes, but the truth is far more fragile. A single overlooked checkbox, missing signature,...

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Over 65? Here's What the New $6K Senior Tax Deduction Means for Medicare IRMAA

A new tax deduction for people over age 65 has some thinking about Medicare premiums and MAGI strategy.

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How Retirees Can Get Free Money From the Government

From 2025 to 2028, anyone 65 or older can claim a deduction of $6,000 in addition to the current additional standard deduction for seniors under existing law.

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5 Ways “Observation Status” Can Leave Families With Unexpected Hospital Bills

When you or a loved one is admitted to the hospital, most people assume that Medicare or private insurance will cover the stay the same...

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7 New Federal Rules That Could Delay Medicare Reimbursements

Medicare reimbursement can take a while, but some seniors have noticed that they’re taking longer than usual this year. And they’re not imagining it. A...

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Bipartisan offer to block ISIS-linked families' return

As the Australian government ponders what to do with 34 ISIS-linked women and children trying to return, the opposition has offered a bipartisan solution.

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The $2,000 Drug Cap: Why Some Seniors Still Pay More at the Pharmacy

When the $2,000 drug cap took effect in 2025, many seniors expected immediate relief at the pharmacy counter. After years of unpredictable out‑of‑pocket costs, the...

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How to make specialists’ fees fair? It’ll take more than a revamped website

Consumers will soon have a clearer picture of how specialists’ fees compare if legislation before parliament is passed.

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Quiz: Do You Know How to Avoid the 'Medigap Trap?'

Test your basic knowledge of the "Medigap Trap" in our quick quiz.

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Australian health insurance premiums just had their biggest hike in a decade. Is it time to scrap private health cover?

Government incentives continue to drive people to take out cover merely to avoid tax penalties

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8 States Where Social Security Goes the Furthest in 2026

In January 2026, the Social Security Administration (SSA) enacted a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for benefit recipients, boosting payouts by 2.8%. This increased the average retiree payment by...

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Social Security Break-Even Math Is Helpful, But Don't Let It Dictate When You'll File

Your Social Security break-even age tells you how long you'd need to live for delaying to pay off, but shouldn't be the sole basis for deciding when to claim.

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Telehealth in 2026: Why Some Virtual Visits Now Cost More

During the COVID-19 pandemic, laws were passed to make telehealth visits more accessible to everyone. However, in the post-pandemic world, the rules are starting to...

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Death and Taxes: Why More Seniors Are Facing Surprise Bills After a Spouse Passes

Losing a spouse has been ranked as the #1 most stressful life event, with 70% of women being widowed at least once in their lives....

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8 February Budget Moves Saving Seniors $200+ in 2026

February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s one of the most important for seniors trying to stretch their fixed incomes. Prices...

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What a Wealthy Retiree’s Monthly Budget Looks Like at Age 78

For a financially secure 78-year-old retiree, a monthly budget supports a settled home, dependable healthcare, quality food and the freedom to enjoy daily life without financial pressure. The focus is...

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