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5 Property-Tax Relief Programs Seniors May Overlook Because of Confusing Names

Finding financial assistance in retirement would be easier if every program had a name that clearly explained what it did. Instead, states use labels such...

Saving Advice · Aug 10

Heat Waves Can Be More Dangerous After 65—Watch These Everyday Habits

A heat wave can become dangerous long before someone feels seriously ill, and that is particularly important for older adults to understand. People 65 and...

Saving Advice · Aug 10

8 Tax Records Retirees Should Think Twice Before Throwing Away

Retirement may mean leaving the daily commute behind, but it does not mean leaving tax paperwork behind with it. In fact, retirees often juggle several...

Saving Advice · Aug 10

One High-Income Year Could Raise Your Medicare Premiums Later

A particularly profitable year in retirement can come with a delayed expense that catches some Medicare beneficiaries by surprise. Selling investments, realizing a large capital...

Saving Advice · Aug 8

6 Travel Discounts Older Adults Should Check Before a Fall Trip

Fall can be one of the best times for older adults to travel, with cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and fewer families tied to summer vacation...

Saving Advice · Aug 8

The Wrong Beneficiary on a Retirement Account Can Create a Costly Surprise

A retirement account can represent decades of saving, yet one outdated form can determine where all that money goes after the owner dies. Many people...

Saving Advice · Aug 8

Home Safety Checks That Can Help Older Adults Stay Independent Longer

More than 55% to 60% of all falls happen inside the home, and over 75% take place in or immediately around the house. Staying safely...

Saving Advice · Aug 7

6 Part-Time Jobs Retirees Can Explore Before the Holiday Hiring Rush

The weeks before the holiday hiring rush can be a surprisingly good time for retirees to decide whether a little extra work belongs in their...

Saving Advice · Aug 7

Medicare Deadlines New Retirees Should Put on the Calendar Before Leaving Work

A 65-year-old retiring in November may have a completely different Medicare timeline from a 68-year-old leaving an employer health plan in November. Add COBRA, prescription...

Saving Advice · Aug 7

Retirement Planning Solutions for Small Business Owners: Options, Updates, and Practical Guidance

Key Takeaways Small business owners have several retirement plan options, each with unique benefits and considerations. Recent legislative changes and new financial products have...

Saving Advice · Aug 7