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5 Key Signs You Should Stop Buying Stocks

Here are five signs it may be time to step back from buying individual stocks -- and some options for different ways to invest your money instead.

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The One Savings Rule Boomers Need Post-Retirement to Avoid Running Out of Cash

Retirement isn’t the finish line—it’s the start of an entirely new financial chapter. Many Boomers believe that once they stop working, the hard part is...

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2 Key Signs You’ll Move From Middle Class to Upper Middle Class in 2026 — and 3 Ways To Prepare Now

Ready to move up financially in 2026? Watch for these 2 key signs and learn 3 smart ways to prepare for upper-middle class success now.

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Is Choosing Not to Have Kids Becoming a Financial Liability?

For decades, skipping parenthood was framed as a financial advantage—fewer mouths to feed, no college tuition, and more freedom to save or travel. But as society shifts and economic realities evolve, that assumption is facing new scrutiny. Inflation, housing costs, and the rising price of retirement have changed what financial…

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Social Security Payments to Rise 2.8% Next Year, But Most Seniors Say It's Not Enough to Match Inflation

In a move set to affect nearly 71 million Social Security beneficiaries, benefits are slated to increase by 2.8% in January 2026. Additionally, almost 7.5 million Supplemental Security Income recipients will see a rise in benefits from December 31.

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Planning To Start Claiming Social Security in 2026? 5 Things To Do Now

Claiming your Social Security benefits can help you cover some retirement expenses. If you are planning to claim your Social Security income in 2026...

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The COLA Mirage: 7 Ways Inflation and Part B Premiums Can Eat Your Raise by February

Every fall, retirees breathe a little easier when the Social Security Administration announces the upcoming year’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). For 2026, the COLA is set...

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Should Gen Z and Millennials Even Care About Social Security Anymore?

With Social Security’s future uncertain, should Gen Z and Millennials still count on it for retirement? Here’s what to know and how to plan ahead.

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2026 COLA Increase: Social Security Benefits To Rise By 2.8% In 2026, Here's How Much More You Will Get Every Month

The Social Security Administration on Friday announced a 2.8% increase 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026.

Benzinga

9 Things To Buy at Kohl’s This Fall If You Live on Social Security

Stay warm and stylish this fall with budget-friendly Kohl’s picks perfect for retirees living on Social Security or fixed incomes. Check them out now.

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Are You Eligible for the 2026 COLA Increase? Confusing Inflation Indexes Decide Winners and Losers

The 2026 Social Security COLA increase is creating winners and losers. Learn why confusing inflation indexes are at the centre of a debate that affects retirees, veterans, and SSI recipients, and what it means for your purchasing power.

International Business Times UK

I Asked ChatGPT How Much I’d Pay in Taxes If I Retired in Arizona

How much would it cost you to spend your sunset years in The Grand Canyon State? ChatGPT says not to retire to Arizona unless you have this much in accounts.

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What Happens When You Don’t Have Enough Money To Get Through Retirement

For many people, retirement is imagined as a reward for years of hard work—a time to relax, travel, and enjoy life without financial stress. But for others, the reality can be much different. If you don’t have enough money to get through retirement, the dream can quickly turn into daily…

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2026 Social Security COLA Set at 2.8% — Here's How Much More You'll Take Home

The US Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8% cost-of-living increase for 2026, giving nearly 71 million Americans a boost to their benefits.

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Is There Any Way to Get More Social Security Than You Qualify For?

Social Security is a crucial part of retirement planning for millions of Americans. When people think about their benefits, many wonder if there’s any way to get more Social Security than they qualify for. After all, a little extra income each month can make a big difference, especially when living…

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10 Cars Retirees Should Avoid Plus the Best Cars To Own on Social Security

GOBankingRates has compiled a list of cars retirees should avoid and some of the best vehicles to drive in your golden years.

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Social Security Reform: What It Means for Your Retirement Savings Strategy

Social Security reform could reshape your retirement strategy—learn what changes may impact your savings and how to prepare for a secure future.

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Social Security Wisdom From a Financial Adviser Receiving Benefits Himself

You don't know what you don't know, and with Social Security, that can be a costly problem for retirees — one that can last a lifetime.

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Sometimes defective, maybe unlawful: what can be done about Australia’s crisis-ridden welfare system?

Run by multiple departments and hundreds of private companies, advocates warn errors will continue to rock a system ‘in crisis’

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2026 Social Security COLA is 2.8%: What You Need to Know

The SSA has announced the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), the new maximum taxable wage cap, and the earnings requirements for Social Security credits.

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8 Ways to Prove “Life-Changing Events” and Lower Your IRMAA Surcharge (Before It Auto-Hits)

If your Medicare premiums suddenly spike, you might have been hit with an Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA)—a surcharge added when your income exceeds certain...

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Florida Retirees: The Little Form That Lowers Part D Drug Costs Before You Hit the Cap

Prescription drug costs are rising fast, and many retirees in Florida are feeling the squeeze. Even with Medicare Part D, deductibles and copays can skyrocket...

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2026 Social Security COLA Will Increase Benefits About $56 a Month

Social Security beneficiaries could see a nearly $56 monthly boost in 2026—here’s what the new COLA increase means for your retirement income.

International Business Times UK

Social Security 2026 COLA of 2.8% to Boost Average Monthly Income by $56 Amid Rising Inflation

The Social Security Administration finally announced the 2026 COLA of 2.8% after a week of delay amid the government shutdown.

The Independent UK

Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month

The Social Security cost-of-living increase will go up by 2.8% in 2026, which translates to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month

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