The Average Retirement Savings by Age Think you may have more retirement savings than your peers? Here's your answer. Kiplinger · Jun 11, 2025
What If Social Security Was Designed to Make You Poorer? For decades, Americans have been taught to see Social Security as a reliable safety net—a hard-earned reward for a lifetime of work. And for many, it feels like the only thing standing between them and poverty in old age. But what if Social Security isn’t the salvation it appears to… Clever Dude · Jun 11, 2025
You’re probably richer than you think because of the safety net – but you’d have more of that hidden wealth if you lived in Norway How wealthy are you? The Conversation · Jun 11, 2025
When Claiming Your Spouse’s Social Security Pays Off Big—8 Scenarios That Make Sense In certain situations, claiming your spouse’s Social Security instead of your own can actually lead to bigger checks and long-term financial security. If you’re married, divorced, or widowed, understanding these unique options can mean the difference between scraping by and living comfortably. Here are eight real-life scenarios where tapping into… Clever Dude · Jun 10, 2025
The political opportunism behind Reform UK’s support for abolition of the two-child limit on benefits The leader of Reform UK, Nigel Farage, recently announced that if in government, his party would abolish the two-child limit on benefits. This social security policy restricts the payment of means-tested benefits to the first two children of a family. The Conversation · Jun 10, 2025
For Trump’s ‘no taxes on tips,’ the devil is in the details President Donald Trump’s promise to eliminate taxes on tips may sound like a windfall for service workers — but the fine print in Congress’ latest tax bill tells a more complex story. The Conversation · Jun 10, 2025
Gen Z tradwife bros need to go Younger men want to return to older times — but we shouldn't forget why we left those behind Salon · Jun 10, 2025
Social Security Official Wants More AI Use in the Agency Despite Some Reports of Bots Being Unhelpful Social Security chief Frank Bisignano is pushing ahead with expanded AI use and tech reforms, despite mixed results and concerns. Latin Times · Jun 9, 2025
How to Create a Retirement Plan Without a 401(k) Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, especially if you don’t have access to a 401(k) through your employer. Maybe you’re self-employed, work for a small business, or simply want more control over your financial future. The good news? You can still build a solid retirement plan without a 401(k). With… The Free Financial Advisor · Jun 9, 2025
Over 50 and Still Paying Student Loans? Here's Some Help It's the club no one wants to join. But if you are over 50 and still paying student loans, there are ways to tackle both debt and retirement savings. Kiplinger · Jun 9, 2025
5 Types of Documents That Should Always Be Shredded Before Throwing Them Away In a world where personal information is as valuable as currency, tossing away sensitive documents without a second thought is like leaving the front door wide open. Identity theft, fraud, and data breaches don’t just happen online—they often start in the trash. Many people unknowingly expose themselves to risk by… Everybody Loves Your Money · Jun 8, 2025
A Financial Adviser's Guide to Solving Your Retirement Puzzle: Five Key Pieces If retirement's a puzzle you're struggling with, try answering these five questions. The answers will guide you toward a solution. Kiplinger · Jun 8, 2025
The Loophole That Lets You Retire Twice Retiring twice sounds like something reserved for billionaires or lottery winners, but it’s not. It simply means taking a break from full-time work, living off... Saving Advice · Jun 7, 2025
11 Little-Known Reasons Your Social Security Is Less Than It Should Be If you’re like most Americans, you’ve spent decades working, contributing to Social Security with every paycheck, and trusting that one day those contributions would come... Saving Advice · Jun 7, 2025
Saving Advice · Jun 7, 2025 What Lawmakers Don’t Want You to Know About Retirement Plans The idea of retirement has long been sold as a reward after decades of hard work: contribute to your 401(k), maybe open an IRA, and...
Saving Advice · Jun 7, 2025 Why Your Social Security Payment Might Be Lower This Month If you’ve noticed a decrease in your Social Security payment this month, you’re not alone. Several factors can lead to a reduced check, some of...
The Free Financial Advisor · Jun 7, 2025 10 Things You Must Do Before You Turn 65 Turning 65 is a major milestone, and it’s about more than just birthday cake and well wishes. It’s a time when many important decisions come into play—decisions that can shape your health, finances, and overall happiness for years to come. Whether you’re looking forward to retirement, planning to keep working,…
Al Jazeera · Jun 6, 2025 US Supreme Court grants DOGE access to sensitive Social Security data The ruling was one of two victories the US’s highest court handed the Trump administration in cases about data privacy.
The Guardian - US · Jun 6, 2025 US supreme court rules Doge can access social security data during legal challenge Key player in Trump’s drive to slash federal workforce keeps access to sensitive records including family court and mental health records
The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2025 DOGE will be allowed to access Social Security data for now, Supreme Court rules Conservative justices of the court agreed to give DOGE staffers access to sensitive data in order to do their jobs at the Social Security Administration
The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2025 Supreme Court allows DOGE team to access Social Security systems with data on millions of Americans The Supreme Court is clearing the way for the Department of Government Efficiency to access Social Security systems containing personal data on millions of Americans
Kiplinger · Jun 6, 2025 Ask the Editor, June 6: Questions on Hobby Losses, Medicare In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on hobby losses, I bonds and Medicare premiums.
Saving Advice · Jun 6, 2025 12 Social Security Questions You Should Ask—But Don’t Most Americans treat Social Security like a retirement vending machine: reach a certain age, push a button, get your monthly benefit. But behind the curtain...
Saving Advice · Jun 6, 2025 The Secret Retirement Move That Could Add $100K to Your Nest Egg When you think of adding six figures to your retirement savings, you probably imagine needing a side hustle, investing wizardry, or an ironclad budget. But...
Saving Advice · Jun 6, 2025 The AARP Feature You’re Paying For But Not Using For millions of Americans over 50, joining AARP feels like a rite of passage. With just a small annual fee, you’re promised discounts, retirement tools,...