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June CPI Comes Out July 14—Why Retirees Should Watch This Number Closely

For most Americans, the monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) report is just another economic headline. However, it can offer important clues about how far your...

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Lindsey Graham’s most consequential moments after staunch Trump ally and war hawk dies at 71

Graham morphed from an affable bipartisan dealmaker to a hardcore partisan warrior and advocate for President Donald Trump

The Independent UK

Why Seniors Are Creating “Scam Scripts” Before Answering Unknown Calls

The phone rings, and the caller ID shows a number you don’t recognize. Do you answer, ignore it, or risk picking up because it could...

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The Retirement Income Sources Most People Forget to Include in Their Plan

Retirement income often looks like a simple equation: savings, investments, and Social Security. Yet many people leave valuable income options sitting in the background, almost like forgotten tools buried in a garage corner. Adding those overlooked sources to a retirement plan can create more flexibility, reduce financial stress, and help…

The Free Financial Advisor

5 Costly Mistakes That Can Trigger Medicare Surcharges — And How to Avoid Paying Thousands More Than You Should

Your income will determine how much you pay, but here are some smart strategies that can help you lower your premiums.

Kiplinger

Are You Much Older Than Your Spouse? Sorry, But Your Social Security Decision Isn't About You

The Social Security decision for the higher earner in an age-gap marriage is tricky, as claiming age can determine a widowed spouse's income for years.

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Will Your Death Double Your Spouse's Tax Bill? 4 Ways Couples Should Prepare for the Widow's Penalty

The widow's penalty is when losing a spouse triggers a huge financial hit. It's an unfortunate twist of the tax system, but the good news is you can plan for it.

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Take These Steps to Tame Your Taxes In Retirement

Worried about rising rates? Here’s how to avoid a bigger bill after you stop working.

Kiplinger

You're 70 and Still Carrying Student Loans? Dave Ramsey Stunned by Retiree's Finances

A 70-year-old man seeks advice from Dave Ramsey on managing student debt and securing housing before retirement, highlighting the challenges of financial planning in later life.

International Business Times UK

How to Freeze Your Credit for Free After 60—and Why Every Retiree Should Do It

When you turn 60, you’re likely thinking about the latter half of your life and what it’ll look like. You’re entering the home stretch of...

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The Medicare Form Mistake That Can Delay Your Part B Coverage—And How to Avoid It

Navigating the world of Medicare insurance after you turn 65 can feel extremely overwhelming. Submitting the wrong form (or leaving out required documentation) can delay...

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The Social Security Fix That Would Send Tax Rates Soaring

There are only a handful of ways to shore up Social Security. Sens. Bernie Moreno and Elizabeth Warren are backing one of the most expensive.

Reason

Retirement Costs by State: How Much Couples Need to Live Comfortably Across the US

A new analysis reveals that the retirement savings needed in the US varies significantly by state, with a difference of over $500,000 between the cheapest and most expensive states.

International Business Times UK

Pip review is an opportunity – and headache – for Andy Burnham

Attempts to add conditionality to Pip would be opposed by campaigners and Labour backbenchers

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Your Prescription Could Still Cost Hundreds on Medicaid—7 Ways to Lower the Price

Navigating healthcare costs can be a significant challenge, even for those covered by state programs. You might assume that having Medicaid guarantees low prices, but...

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How to Check Whether You’re Withholding Too Much From Social Security

Every month, thousands of retirees have federal income taxes withheld from their Social Security benefits to avoid a surprise tax bill in April. But if...

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Children Born Between July 2 and Dec. 31, 2026 May Get a Commemorative Social Security Card

If you’re welcoming a baby in the second half of 2026, your child could receive something no other generation of Americans has ever had: a...

Reason

Warren's Plan To 'Fix' Social Security Would Be Largest Tax Increase in Over 40 Years

Her plan is being pitched as a tax on the wealthy, but half the burden would fall on businesses. That would have dire consequences for the economy.

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Social Security Office slammed for poor election PR

The Social Security Office (SSO) on Wednesday launched a nationwide campaign to encourage employers and insured workers to register and vote in the Social Security Board election, but with registration due to close in seven days, it could be too little, too late, according to the opposition People’s Party.

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97% of Trump-endorsed candidates won primaries this election cycle

Welcome to the Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Brew.

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The “Widow Penalty” Budget: Why Expenses Don’t Always Drop After One Spouse Dies

Losing a partner is one of life’s most profound emotional challenges, but the financial ripple effects often come as a jarring second shock. Many people...

Salon

Paxton may have violated election law

The Texas AG appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in past two years

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SSA Just Launched the Trump Account Enrollment Process—What Parents and Grandparents Should Know

If you’re a parent or grandparent looking to jumpstart a child’s financial future, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has made it easier to enroll eligible...

The Texas Tribune

Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on “illegal voting.” He may have violated Texas election law.

The Texas attorney general appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in the past two years — despite his warning voters that “it is illegal to misrepresent your residence on election records.”

The Conversation

When managing your money, take a chatbot’s ‘confidence’ with a grain of salt

Consider the following scenario. Suzy is 63, recently retired, and trying to decide when to start receiving Social Security and how to manage her retirement savings to minimize the tax hit.

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