5 Things to Consider Now If You Want to Retire in 2026
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5 Things to Consider Now If You Want to Retire in 2026

Planning to retire in 2026? Start now with Social Security, Medicare, budgeting, and lifestyle prep.
Managing Money for a Loved One Who Can’t
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Managing Money for a Loved One Who Can’t

A guide to preparing, organizing, and managing a loved one’s finances as a caregiver.
Should You Open a Roth IRA for Your Child?
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Should You Open a Roth IRA for Your Child?

Opening a custodial Roth IRA for your child with earned income can be a great way to show them the value of compound interest at a very young age.
Your Questions About QCDs
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Your Questions About QCDs

Key QCD rules for 2025: higher limits, new one-time gifting option, and important tax traps.
How to Plan Your First International Trip After Retirement
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How to Plan Your First International Trip After Retirement

Your first international trip after retirement can be life-changing—but it takes planning.

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Why Did I Start Getting More Money from Social Security?

Why Did I Start Getting More Money from Social Security?

All people who work at jobs that are covered by Social Security (and almost all jobs are) must have payroll taxes deducted from their paychecks.
5 Things to Consider Now If You Want to Retire in 2026

5 Things to Consider Now If You Want to Retire in 2026

Planning to retire in 2026? Start now with Social Security, Medicare, budgeting, and lifestyle prep.
Young People and Social Security

Young People and Social Security

There are many millions of younger people who get Social Security benefits every month.
Managing Money for a Loved One Who Can’t

Managing Money for a Loved One Who Can’t

A guide to preparing, organizing, and managing a loved one’s finances as a caregiver.
Should You Open a Roth IRA for Your Child?

Should You Open a Roth IRA for Your Child?

Opening a custodial Roth IRA for your child with earned income can be a great way to show them the value of compound interest at a very young age.
Your Questions About QCDs

Your Questions About QCDs

Key QCD rules for 2025: higher limits, new one-time gifting option, and important tax traps.
An Antidote to Maximizing Mania

An Antidote to Maximizing Mania

Here’s a story of someone who chose to give up money for greater happiness.
How to Plan Your First International Trip After Retirement

How to Plan Your First International Trip After Retirement

Your first international trip after retirement can be life-changing—but it takes planning.
The Fall Financial Checkup: Retirement Readiness Review Before the New Year

The Fall Financial Checkup: Retirement Readiness Review Before the New Year

Fall isn’t just for raking leaves and sipping lattes—it’s the perfect time to review your retirement plan and make smart financial moves before year’s end.
Social Security COLA for 2026

Social Security COLA for 2026

All 75 million Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries’ checks are going up by 2.8 percent in 2026.