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7 Smart Ways to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits
Did you know that when you claim Social Security can increase your monthly check by as much as 77%? These seven strategies can help you make the most of benefits you've spent decades earning.
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Working While on Social Security: The Truth About Benefits
Thinking about taking on part-time work after starting Social Security? You're not alone, and you're not risking your benefits the way you might think. Here's what the earnings test really means for your retirement income.
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Understanding Tax Brackets in Retirement: Pay Less, Keep More
Here's a retirement myth that costs Americans thousands: the assumption that you'll automatically drop to a lower tax bracket when you stop working. The reality? Many retirees end up paying just as much, or even more, in taxes than they did during their working years.
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Will My Money Last? The One Question That Matters Most
Forget the noise about stocks, bonds, and asset allocation for a moment. Every retirement planning question boils down to one simple concern: will your money last as long as you do?
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How Long Will You Live? Why It Matters for Retirement
The average American lives to 77, but planning for average could leave you broke at 85. Understanding longevity risk isn't morbid, it's the smartest financial move you'll make.
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Your Net Worth Isn't the Only Retirement Number
You've hit a $500,000 net worth milestone, but could you actually retire tomorrow? Probably not. Here's why your net worth is only part of your retirement readiness picture, and which numbers matter just as much.
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