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7 Costs That Sneak Up on Fixed-Income Households

A steady paycheck may stop, but life never takes a coffee break. For millions of households living on pensions, Social Security, annuities, or other fixed incomes, the budget can feel like a carefully stacked tower of blocks—stable, precise, and always one unexpected nudge away from wobbling. Expenses don’t announce themselves…

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Are You Missing Out on New Deductions That Could Lower Your Retirement Taxes?

A lot of people enter retirement thinking their taxes will automatically drop, then get surprised by how quickly income streams stack up. Pensions, Social Security,...

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The Real Minimum You Need Saved To Retire Without Downsizing, According to Experts

Experts said the real answer comes down to a blend of income stability, realistic planning and understanding the long-term costs of homeownership in retirement.

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How to Max Out Your 401(k) in 2026 (New Limits are Higher)

In 2026, the maximum contribution limits for 401(k) plans have increased, giving you an excellent shot at maximizing your retirement savings.

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I'm a Wealth Adviser: My 4 Guiding Principles Could Help You Plan for Retirement Whether You Have $10,000 or $10 Million

Regardless of your net worth, you deserve a detailed retirement plan backed by a solid understanding of your finances.

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You Only Need $500,000 To Retire If You Follow Vincent Chan's Framework: 'The Less Money You Spend, The Earlier You Can Retire'

Financial personality Vincent Chan recently laid out how to retire with a $500,000 portfolio. It may sound counterintuitive to walk away from work with less than $1 million saved up, but it becomes more feasible when considering withdrawal rates, asset growth rates, and other income sources.

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Most Americans Now Believe That Retiring by 70 Is ‘Unattainable,’ Survey Finds

A new survey reveals 63% of Americans believe retiring by 70 is unrealistic. Here's why — and what you can do to improve your odds.

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61-Year-Old 'Country Girl' Has No Money But Owns a $26K Tractor for Her Acres of Worthless Land — Dave Ramsey Tells Her to Sell It All. Even the Deer

A 61-year-old Arkansas woman called into the "The Ramsey Show" hoping for clarity on investing in her 401(k) while still paying off debt. But what started as a simple inquiry quickly turned into a reality check, tractor and all.

Benzinga

Dave Ramsey Advises Daughter Torn Over Giving Retired Father Money After He Sold Her Million-Dollar Childhood Home: 'You Don't Have An Obligation'

Financial guru Dave Ramsey weighed in on a daughter's dilemma after her father, a retired 73-year-old living on Social Security, requested a portion of her rental profits despite having previously sold her childhood home for far below market value.

Benzinga

What Happens When Retirement Plans Ignore Healthcare Costs

When most people create a retirement plan, they focus on things like savings accounts, Social Security, and maybe even travel dreams. But there’s a crucial factor that often gets overlooked: healthcare costs. Ignoring this piece can have serious consequences for your financial security in retirement. Medical expenses tend to rise…

The Free Financial Advisor

3 Money Habits Boomers Think Are Normal but Are Making Them Broke

Baby boomers face surprising financial pitfalls, from outdated habits to costly generosity. Here’s what might be hurting their wallets most.

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This One Bill Keeps Rising for Seniors—And No One’s Talking About It

Rising costs hit everyone, but for seniors, one bill keeps growing faster than most people realize: property taxes. It’s not flashy. It doesn’t make headlines like healthcare or groceries. But for many older adults, property taxes quietly eat up more of their fixed income every year. If you own your…

Budget and the Bees

Josh Hawley Wants To Raise the Minimum Wage

It’s not the only way the Republican senator is closer to democratic socialism than to traditional conservatism.

Reason

Retiring on a $100k Annuity? Here’s How Much You’ll Get Each Month

Thinking about retiring on a $100k annuity? You’re not alone. Many people wonder if a $100,000 annuity can provide enough monthly income to support their retirement dreams. With so much uncertainty around Social Security, market volatility, and rising living costs, understanding exactly what you’ll get from a $100k annuity is…

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Mike Johnson opens the door to Medicaid cuts and the resulting political fallout

Opponents of GOP budget plan hope reality of Medicaid cuts for rural and low-income Americans will drive Republican defections

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What 401(k) Savers Near Retirement Can Do Amid Market Volatility

Whether retirement is years away, a year or two out, or in the rearview mirror, here's how to handle uncertainty in your 401(k).

The Independent UK

The View’s Sunny Hostin corners Chuck Schumer for siding with GOP: ‘I think you caved’

‘It gives me no pleasure to say this to you because we are friends but I think you caved,’ Sunny Hostin told the Senate minority leader on Tuesday

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Trump Administration Rescinds Funding Freeze After Widespread Confusion

Trump administration reverses freeze on federal funding, causing confusion and legal challenges. Reversal met with relief by Democratic critics.

Fortune

Is DOGE even doable? Elon Musk's plan to cut as much as $2 trillion in federal spending will be harder than it sounds

“I think if we try for $2 trillion, we’ve got a good shot at getting 1 [trillion],” Musk said in a January interview.

Roll Call

Sanders set to take seat on Senate Finance panel — maybe - Roll Call

Sen. Bernie Sanders announced he'd be joining the powerful Senate Finance Committee next year, but no final decisions have been made.

Salon

Will Musk's "DOGE" have any real power?

The "Department of Government Efficiency" is not a real government department, but it's also not a joke

Latin Times

Rick Scott Expands Lead in Florida Senate Race as Early Voting Begins 15 Days Away From The Election

The latest poll shows the incumbent ahead by four percentage points, more than most recent surveys

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