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4 Smart Moves for Retirees Ahead of the Social Security Overhaul

With major changes coming to Social Security, retirees can take key steps now to protect their benefits and financial future. Here are four smart moves.

GOBankingRates · Sep 19, 2025

Is the One Big Beautiful Bill Really All That Great for Your Retirement?

While tax cuts sound attractive, it's still wise to plan ahead for retirement by considering strategies like Roth conversions to offset potential tax increases in the future and stealth taxes that could surprise you.

Kiplinger · Sep 19, 2025

Is Your IRMAA Appeal Strong Enough—or Missing One Key Document?

Retirees with higher incomes often face an unpleasant surprise: Medicare surcharges called IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount). These add significant costs to Part B and...

Saving Advice · Sep 18, 2025

Don’t Apply for Social Security on This Day of the Week

While the application is available year-round, certain days and times could lead to delayed processing, longer hold times and added frustration.

GOBankingRates · Sep 18, 2025

5 Smart Ways You Should Invest an Extra Social Security Check

Throughout a calendar year, sometimes Social Security recipients end up with an "extra" Social Security check in one month. Here are some tips on handling it.

GOBankingRates · Sep 18, 2025

Justice Department Sues Maine and Oregon Over Voter Data in Escalating Election Battle

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed lawsuits this week against Maine and Oregon, intensifying a clash between the Trump administration and Democratic-led states over access to voter registration data. The lawsuits mark the first legal actions taken after multiple states rejected federal requests for detailed voter information, including partial…

Latin Times · Sep 18, 2025

I Asked ChatGPT for 5 States Where Social Security Gives You Enough To Retire

Discover 5 U.S. states where Social Security benefits stretch far enough to retire comfortably—no side income or savings required.

GOBankingRates · Sep 18, 2025

I’m a Millionaire Earning $400K a Year — Here’s My Frugal Monthly Budget

In its Millennial Money series, CNBC profiled the success of Fares Ksebati, a 33-year-old Detroit native who built a small fortune yet still lives frugally.

GOBankingRates · Sep 17, 2025

Could Ignoring Your Student Loans Ruin Your Social Security?

For many, student loans are the beast lurking in the financial shadows, always there, always looming. But what happens when ignoring that beast leads to even bigger consequences down the road? You may be cruising through life thinking, “Hey, I’m doing fine,” but the truth is, your student loan debt…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Sep 17, 2025

The Seven Best-Paying Side Gigs For Retirees

If you're worried you won't have enough saved for a comfortable retirement, or that life after work will be boring, these well-paid roles could be the answer.

Kiplinger · Sep 17, 2025