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Six Changes to Social Security in 2026

Big changes come to Social Security every year, impacting everything from the size of your benefit check to your full retirement age. Here's what you need to know.

Kiplinger · Aug 19, 2025

Carlsmed's Personalized Spine Implants Get Significant Reimbursement Advantage

Carlsmed Inc. (NASDAQ:CARL), an AI-powered innovator in spine surgery, is poised for significant growth following key advancements and strong analyst projections.

Benzinga · Aug 18, 2025

Berkshire's UnitedHealth Bet Highlights Long-Term Confidence Despite Depressed Earnings

On Friday, high-profile investors Michael Burry and Warren Buffett took positions in UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:UNH). Warren Buffett's fund bought little more than 5 million shares, and Burry disclosed in 13F filings that he purchased call contracts against 350,000 shares of UnitedHealth.

Benzinga · Aug 18, 2025

The One Thing That Makes a Middle-Class Retirement 10 Times More Expensive, According to Experts

Experts warn of one major expense that can make middle-class retirement 10 times more costly—learn what it is and how to avoid draining your savings.

GOBankingRates · Aug 17, 2025

Do States Really Sell Your Medicare Data to Private Companies?

When you sign up for Medicare, you trust that your personal health information will be kept private and secure. But lately, there’s been growing concern...

Saving Advice · Aug 16, 2025

6 Emergency Services That Bill Seniors Differently Than Other Adults

As we age, our healthcare needs often increase, making emergency services more likely. But what many people don’t realize is that seniors are often billed...

Saving Advice · Aug 16, 2025

A New Guide to Choosing Where to Retire

A comprehensive guide to deciding where is the best place for you to retire.

Kiplinger · Aug 16, 2025

Returning to Work After Retirement? Avoid These Three Common Pitfalls

Before you decide to 'unretire' and go back to work, be sure you understand the impact it will have on your retirement finances.

Kiplinger · Aug 16, 2025

8 State Grant Programs for Seniors That Are Quietly Disappearing

For decades, many retirees have relied on state-level grant programs to help make ends meet. From property tax relief to utility assistance, these grants often...

Saving Advice · Aug 15, 2025

Retirees Face $172,500 in Healthcare Costs—And Many Haven’t Saved for It

For many people, retirement planning focuses on housing, leisure, and day-to-day living expenses. But there’s one major cost that catches many off guard — healthcare. Recent estimates show that retirees face $172,500 in healthcare costs—and many haven’t saved for it. That figure covers expenses like Medicare premiums, prescription drugs, and…

The Free Financial Advisor · Aug 15, 2025