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Need a Reason to Retire Early? Consider These 7 Eye-Opening Stats

Most people retire early, leaving the workforce before reaching their full retirement age (FRA). Maybe you should, too.

Kiplinger · Oct 3, 2025

Quiz: Social Security — Do You Know More Than the Average American?

See if you are above average when it comes to Social Security knowledge.

Kiplinger · Oct 3, 2025

Your Social Security Strategy: 3 Ways To Optimize Every Dollar in Retirement

Maximize your Social Security benefits with these 3 smart strategies. Learn how to stretch every dollar and boost your retirement income.

GOBankingRates · Oct 3, 2025

The Unexpected Expense of Upscale Senior Communities

Upscale senior living promises luxury—resort-style amenities, chef-prepared meals, and full-time staff. But behind the glossy brochures are hidden costs that can shock even well-prepared retirees....

Saving Advice · Oct 2, 2025

74M Social Security Recipients Told Payments Will Continue Despite Government Shutdown – But Services Could Stall

Social Security payments will continue to arrive on time despite the US government shutdown, but customer services at the agency are likely to be impacted.

International Business Times UK · Oct 2, 2025

Tax Experts: 7 Ways Retirees Accidentally Pay Too Much in Taxes

From missed RMDs and bigger-than-necessary IRA withdrawals to a variety of other issues, small missteps can snowball into four-figure bills.

GOBankingRates · Oct 2, 2025

Here’s What the Government Shutdown Means for Your Social Security

Even though the federal government shut down on October 1, Social Security checks will not be halted. 

GOBankingRates · Oct 2, 2025

Social Security in Retirement: Spend It, Save It or Invest It? An Expert Weighs In

Spend, save or invest? Many retirees depend on their Social Security benefits to make ends meet, but not everyone uses those monthly checks the same way.

GOBankingRates · Oct 2, 2025

Social Security Disruptions and 3 Other Ways Boomers Will Be Impacted by the Government Shutdown

Here's what to know about how the government shutdown will affect boomers.

GOBankingRates · Oct 2, 2025

2026 Social Security COLA Announcement Is Back on Track Despite Government Shutdown

BLS announces that the September CPI, a key inflation measure needed to determine the Social Security COLA, will be released on Sept. 24 despite the ongoing government shutdown.

Kiplinger · Oct 1, 2025