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Four Steps to Help You Hit Your Magic Number for Retirement
Americans feel they need $1.46 million to retire comfortably. The good news, if you're falling short, is you might not need that much to reach your individual retirement goals.
By Kevin Dwyer, CFP®, CLU® Published
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2024
Retirement Taxes Not all retirees who live in states that tax Social Security benefits have to pay state income taxes. Will your benefits be taxed?
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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A Public Pension and Full Social Security Benefits? No Way
retirement If you receive a public pension from federal, state or local government, don't count on full Social Security benefits. Here's how to protect your retirement.
By Susan B. Garland Last updated
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Gender Pay Gap Is a Triple Whammy for Women: How to Beat It
When you're paid less, it's hard to get by, much less save for retirement. And your Social Security benefit could be lower, too. What's a woman to do? Invest.
By Ashley Terrell, IAR Published
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Eight Strategies for Deciding When to File For Social Security
Applying at age 70 maximizes your monthly payout, but claiming early could provide advantages that can’t be quantified on a spreadsheet.
By Sandra Block Last updated
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Five Things You Must Do to Retire With Confidence
Making sure you won't run out of money once you retire starts with taking these simple but important steps.
By Stefan Greenberg, CFP®, CFS, CLTC Published
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Social Security Earnings Tests: Five Things You Must Know
social security If you’re still working and claim Social Security early, your benefits could be reduced, at least temporarily.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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Social Security Login Changes Taking Effect Soon
my Social Security accounts created before 2021, are transitioning to the Login.gov platform.
By Donna LeValley Published
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14 Social Security Tasks You Can Do Online
retirement Why visit a government office to get your Social Security business done? You can do much of that online.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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