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What Identity Thieves Hope to Find When They Steal Your Wallet

A wallet thief might care less about the cash than the small collection of personal details tucked behind it. A driver’s license, a debit card, an insurance card, and a few scraps of paper can give a criminal several ways to cause trouble long after the wallet disappears.

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 24

Texas appeals court rejects father's bid to manage daughter's finances amid child support dispute

A Texas appeals court on October 22 rejected LaNoard Bayouth’s bid to manage his daughter Addison’s finances, finding his interests conflicted with hers. The dispute involved $2,650 in monthly child support and $1,829 in Social Security benefits. The court also upheld attorney’s fees awarded to his former wife, ruling the…

The Times of India · Oct 23

Social Security Says You Owe $15,000 — What Happens if You Can’t Pay It Back?

Imagine opening a letter from Social Security and discovering that the government wants $15,000 back. You haven’t received a windfall, you haven’t deliberately broken any...

Saving Advice · Oct 23

How Much Can You Spend in Retirement? Fund Giant Sets Out Two Ways to Draw Down Savings

Capital Group has outlined withdrawal rates of 4% to 5.5% for retirees, depending on whether they prioritise stable income or accept annual payments that fluctuate with investment performance.

International Business Times UK · Oct 21

'Social Insecurity': 'The Ramsey Show' Warns Americans Over 50 Who Rely on Social Security

Dave Ramsey's retirement advice follows a 3.6% Social Security increase in 2027. See how savings, debt, and household costs may affect retirement income needs.

International Business Times UK · Oct 21

You Retired at 62 — Now You Want to Work Again. What Happens to Your Benefits?

Retirement at 62 can sound wonderful until the novelty wears off, the savings account looks less impressive, or a former coworker mentions an opening with decent pay. Suddenly, another job sounds appealing. The catch? Social Security has rules about earning a paycheck while collecting retirement benefits, and those rules can…

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 21

How Much Should Retirees Actually Budget for Medicare in 2027?

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The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 21

Former Ambulance Company Agrees to $1 Million Massachusetts Settlement Over Breach Affecting 750,116 Residents and Billing Claims

A breach at former ambulance firm Transformative Healthcare hit 750,116 Massachusetts residents. What the $1 million deal requires and how to check.

Medical Daily · Oct 21

Gratuity calculator: What can be your gratuity on Rs 50,000 last-drawn pay and 10 years of service?

Gratuity is an essential payment made by employers in recognition of employees' long-standing loyalty and service. Typically, employees qualify for gratuity after achieving five years of continuous tenure, with some specific exceptions. The amount granted is determined by the final monthly salary and total years served.

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Social Security’s $75 Monthly Increase Is Sparking Heated Debate—Retirees Say It Isn’t Enough

An extra $75 a month might sound like welcome news for retirees struggling to stretch their Social Security checks. But when grocery bills, prescription costs,...

Saving Advice · Oct 20