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Why Some Mortgage Lenders Are Avoiding Retirees Altogether

Getting a mortgage in retirement isn’t as easy as it used to be. Many retirees are finding that lenders are turning them away, even when they have good credit and plenty of assets. This trend is leaving some older adults frustrated and confused. Why would a lender avoid someone who’s…

The Free Financial Advisor

Ready to retire in 5 years? Here’s your checklist

Christine Benz, Morningstar’s director of personal finance and retirement planning, recommends taking a preemptive approach as you get closer to retirement

The Independent UK

Social Security Checks Could Be Slashed 50% Starting This Week As New Rule Targets $23 Billion Overpayment Recipients

Social Security beneficiaries who previously received excess payments could see their monthly checks cut in half as early as next week, after the agency's new recovery rules take effect on Thursday.

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Boomers "Golden Girl" Their Way Through Retirement As Rising Costs Crush The Old Playbook

Faced with rising costs, shaky retirement portfolios, and dwindling confidence in Social Security, a growing number of baby boomers are embracing what's being dubbed "Golden Girling": teaming up with roommates to share housing costs and stretch their savings.

Benzinga

How Long You Could Last on Social Security Alone in Every State

The Social Security Administration has long warned Americans that Social Security benefits aren't designed to act as one's sole income in retirement. And if you think there's somewhere in the United...

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The Five Most Expensive States For Retirees (And How Much Extra You Need)

Outliving your retirement savings is a real fear, especially if you live in these four states and Washington, D.C.

Kiplinger

6 Financial Conversations That Should Happen Before Age 60

Turning 60 is often seen as the gateway to retirement, but the years leading up to it are some of the most critical in shaping...

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I Asked ChatGPT When I Could Retire — I Couldn’t Believe the Answer

Here is what ChatGPT told me when I asked, "When could I retire?"

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The Best $250 You Can Spend on Retirement Planning Before the End of 2025

Here are expert tips on the best $250 or less you can spend on your retirement planning before this year is up to feel confident in where you're going.

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I’m a Boomer: 3 Things I Wish I’d Done Differently To Prepare for Retirement Longevity

GOBankingRates spoke with Frank H., and while he was never part of the 20% with no retirement savings, he said he made some mistakes along the way.

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6 Reasons There Is an Unexpected Surge in People Claiming Social Security in 2025

Social Security claims are spiking in 2025—discover 6 surprising reasons behind the surge and what it could mean for your retirement strategy.

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Senators' $1.5 Trillion Plan Promises To Save Social Security Without Cutting A Single Benefit — But Will It Really Work?

As concerns about the future of Social Security grow, a new bipartisan proposal aims to secure the program's finances without reducing a single benefit. But while the plan from Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) promises a bold solution, some experts aren't convinced it will be fast —…

Benzinga

6 Mistakes That Can Turn a Comfortable Retirement Into Panic

Retirement is supposed to be a time of relaxation, freedom, and financial stability after decades of hard work. However, for many retirees, what should be...

Saving Advice

8 Hidden Laws Hurting Seniors After 70

Aging often brings wisdom, perspective, and a deeper appreciation for life—but it can also come with unexpected legal and financial limitations that many people don’t...

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I Asked ChatGPT To Explain Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ To Me Like I’m 12 — Here’s What It Said

I asked ChatGPT to cut through the noise and condense sprawling policy documents to provide me with a clear, emotionally neutral summary.

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Social Security Claims Spiking — 5 Reasons To Follow Suit

Social Security claims surged in 2025 as insolvency, healthcare, debt and inflation concerns drive retirees to consider taking benefits early.

Kiplinger

Seven Financial Considerations When Downsizing for Retirement

With prices going up on everything, you may be looking for a cheaper place to live. To truly evaluate costs, take a hard look at taxes and intangibles.

Benzinga

Should My 80-Year-Old Dad and 65-Year-Old Mom Turn Their $687,000 Nest Egg Into an Annuity? 'I Don't Think They Realize How Much They're Spending'

A Reddit user posed a question that hits home for a lot of families trying to help their aging parents navigate retirement: Does it make sense to buy an annuity?

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No More Paper Checks From Social Security After Sept. 30 — Here's What You Need To Do Now

The Social Security Administration will stop sending paper checks to beneficiaries at the end of September. If you still receive your Social Security payments by mail, it's time to make a switch — and soon.

Benzinga

Redditor Gets A Surprise Letter From The SSA Months After Their Mother's Death — 'I'm Just Tired Of All The Death-Related Paperwork'

After losing a loved one, paperwork is often the last thing grieving families want to deal with. But for one Reddit user, a surprising letter from the Social Security Administration months after their mother's death brought more questions — and more forms.

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The 5 Things That Disappear When You Retire

When you decide to retire, your life changes significantly. Understanding and anticipating these potential changes helps you better prepare for this new chapter.

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Retirement Made Easy: 5 Tips for Boomers To Ensure They’re Ready

Worried about retirement savings? Discover how boomers can plan smarter, eliminate guesswork and feel confident they’ve saved enough.

Kiplinger

My First $1 Million: Retiree, 63, Chicago Metro Area

Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.

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3 Little-Known Social Security Rules That Could Save You Thousands

When it comes to Social Security, what you don't know can cost you. Many retirees leave money on the table simply because they are unaware of certain rules built into the system.

The Conversation

How the ‘big, beautiful bill’ will deepen the racial wealth gap – a law scholar explains how it reduces poor families’ ability to afford food and health care

President Donald Trump has said the “big, beautiful bill” he signed into law on July 4, 2025, will stimulate the economy and foster financial security.

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