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3 Biggest Problems Facing Social Security in 2026

Social Security faces major challenges in 2026. Learn the three biggest problems that could impact benefits and what it means for your retirement.

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6 Social Security Survivor Benefit Coordination Issues

Losing a spouse is an emotional earthquake, and the last thing anyone wants to do is sit down with a 500-page government handbook. Yet, Social...

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10 Financial Wake-Up Calls People Experience After Age 55

Turning 55 can feel like stepping onto a financial rollercoaster you didn’t exactly buy a ticket for. One minute, you’re comfortably cruising through your career, and the next, a cascade of bills, taxes, and retirement worries hits like a surprise drop. Life doesn’t hand out a manual at this age,…

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Gray Divorce After 50: Managing the Shift to Your Solo 'Second Act'

Gray divorce presents complex challenges for families, yet it can also catalyze self-discovery and a vibrant new chapter.

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The January 14th ‘Net-Zero’ Deposit: Why Your First 2026 Social Security Check May Arrive With a $0.00 Raise

If you were expecting a bigger Social Security check on January 14, 2026, you’re not alone. Everyone assumed the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 would bump up their payments starting in January. However, you might be surprised to find out that your deposit looks suspiciously identical to December’s, despite the…

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12 Cost-Cutting Opportunities Retirees Miss Each Year

Retirement is often envisioned as a time of leisure, but for many, it becomes a second full-time job: managing a fixed income against the rising...

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Columbia University warns community about personal information stolen months after ‘politically motivated’ hack

The hack came during the summer of 2025, when Columbia was negotiating with the Trump administration to restore hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding

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Several Cities Are Updating Senior Utility Discount Programs

As utility costs climb alongside the summer heat and winter chills, many retirees are finding that their monthly water, electric, and gas bills are taking...

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The 48-Hour Countdown: Why Your January 14th Social Security Deposit Will Be a Net-Zero Shock

In exactly 48 hours, millions of Americans will log into their bank apps and face a cold reality. Wednesday morning, January 14, marks the first...

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6 Banking Rule Changes That Affect Automatic Payments

Managing a household on a fixed income often feels like a high-stakes game of Tetris. You’ve meticulously lined up your Social Security deposits to match...

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5 Reasons to Track Your Benefit Payment Dates Closely in 2026

If you rely on a monthly benefit, the day it hits your account matters almost as much as the amount. A deposit that arrives “late”...

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Financial Planners: 9 Retirement Moves You’ll Regret Not Making If You Plan To Retire in 2026

Planning to retire in 2026? Here are nine key retirement moves financial planners recommend you make now to avoid costly missteps later.

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7 Silent Ways Your Social Security Check is Being Drained in 2026 (Check Your Statement Now)

The Social Security Administration recently announced a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026, providing a modest bump for millions of Americans. However, many retirees are...

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The COLA Illusion: 3 Reasons Your 2.8% Raise Disappeared Before it Hit Your Bank Account

If you checked your bank balance this week expecting a celebratory boost from the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), you likely felt a sting of disappointment...

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Is Your Doctor Out? The 2026 Medicare Advantage ‘Network Purge’ and What to Do If You’re Dropped

Have you looked at your bank balance this week and felt like the math just doesn’t add up? If your Social Security deposit felt “lighter”...

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10 Social Security Rules Every Retiree Should Know This Month

January is when small Social Security updates can quietly change your budget, your timing, and even your tax bill. A lot of retirees assume everything...

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I Asked ChatGPT What Car Retirees Should Buy on Social Security — Here’s What It Said

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Turning 59½: 5 Planning Moves Most Pre-Retirees Overlook

Age 59½ isn't just when you can access your retirement savings tax-free. It also signals the start of retirement planning opportunities you shouldn't miss.

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Are Your Retirement Numbers Not Looking Good? A Financial Adviser Runs Through Your Options

If you're worried about a shortfall between your income and expenses in retirement, you're not alone. But there are ways you can make up the difference.

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How to Make the Most of These 2 Tax Breaks ASAP (They Have Expiration Dates)

Taxpayers can strategically use these temporary tax opportunities in particular to lock in long-term tax savings. Here's how.

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The $202.90 Shock: Why Your First 2026 Social Security Check is Smaller Than Expected

If you woke up this morning expecting a significant boost to your bank balance from the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), you may have been met...

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9 Smart Ways Retirees Can Rework Their Budget After the Holidays

The holidays can scramble even the steadiest finances, especially when gift spending, travel, and extra meals land on top of winter bills. For many households,...

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6 Steps to Take If Your Field Office Cuts Slow Down Your Benefits Access

When a local Social Security office is short-staffed, limiting walk-ins, or pushing appointments weeks out, simple tasks can suddenly feel impossible. That frustration gets worse...

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Would The Fonz Run Out of Retirement Funds in 2026?

A hypothetical retirement analysis of 'Happy Days' character Fonzie shows his teacher pension and Social Security could support him in 2026 at age 91.

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When Assistance Programs Update for the New Year, These Income Thresholds Quietly Shift

Every January, millions of Americans receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to their Social Security or disability benefits. While that extra money is meant to help with inflation, it can quietly push recipients over the income limits for key assistance programs. From food stamps to Medicaid, these programs update their income…

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