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Kristin Hitchcock | Jan 6, 2026 at 9:01 AM EST

Forget COLA: This Is the Social Security Number Retirees Need to Know In 2026

For much of the year, more Social Security beneficiaries focus on the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The COLA directly impacts retirees’…

John Seetoo | Jan 6, 2026 at 8:47 AM EST

My 401(k) Dwarfs My Brokerage Account — With 7 Years Until Retirement, How Should I Invest Now?

Entrepreneurs and small businesses are the crucial component of a thriving, capitalism-based market economy. Small businesses account for 43.5% of…

Joey Frenette | Jan 5, 2026 at 4:36 PM EST

Is It Possible to Retire By 35 If You’ve Saved $3 Million?

Indeed, $3 million feels like more than enough to retire on at the age of 35. Before you click away…

Christy Bieber | Jan 5, 2026 at 1:25 PM EST

Is $10 Million the New Baseline for a Care-Free Retirement in America?

Traditionally, achieving millionaire status was considered to be wealthy, and many people felt that if they had $1 million,…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Jan 5, 2026 at 10:15 AM EST

How People Can Lose 100% of Their Social Security Payments

Social Security payments are suspended when someone is imprisoned for committing a crime. Those payments may not automatically resume upon…

Maurie Backman | Jan 2, 2026 at 10:33 AM EST

Here’s How Social Security’s Full Retirement Age Is Changing in 2026

One of the biggest decisions you might have to make for your retirement is figuring out when to claim Social…

David Beren | Jan 2, 2026 at 10:30 AM EST

Dave Ramsey’s 8% Retirement Rule Debate: Higher Income or Higher Risk?

If you’re a fan of personal finance guru Dave Ramsey, it shouldn’t surprise you that there are some differing opinions…

Maurie Backman | Jan 1, 2026 at 8:35 AM EST

2026 Is Here. When Does Your Social Security COLA Arrive?

Seniors on Social Security got some positive news this past October — word of a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA.…

Christy Bieber | Dec 31, 2025 at 1:15 PM EST

Retiring With $250K, $500K, or $1M: What Each Path Really Looks Like

How much money do you need for a comfortable retirement? Is $250K, $500K, or $1 million enough? How much would…

Christy Bieber | Dec 31, 2025 at 11:13 AM EST

“Do Today What Others Won’t, So You Can Retire How Others Can’t.”

Football legend Jerry Rice once famously said, “Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what…

Christy Bieber | Dec 31, 2025 at 9:11 AM EST

Nearing Retirement With $250,000? Here’s What to Do Next

When you are getting close to retiring, you need to make sure your nest egg is large enough to supplement…

Christy Bieber | Dec 30, 2025 at 4:30 PM EST

What a Seven-Figure Nest Egg Really Means Once the Paychecks Stop

A seven-figure nest egg may seem like a dream for many who struggle to save for retirement. After all, having…

Christy Bieber | Dec 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM EST

Is $600,000 Enough to Retire? What the Numbers Actually Say

If you have $600,000 invested for your later years, you have more money than many people do for retirement. In…

Christy Bieber | Dec 30, 2025 at 11:51 AM EST

Is $2.5M Enough To Spend $100K A Year In Retirement, Or Will Taxes Make That Impossible?

When you are making plans for retirement spending, you need to take many costs into account — including taxes. If…

Christy Bieber | Dec 29, 2025 at 2:15 PM EST

These Retirees Definitely Should Not Delay Their Social Security Claim

In most cases, delaying Social Security benefits is a smart choice for retirees. While benefits can be claimed starting at…

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Forget COLA: This Is the Social Security Number Retirees Need to Know In 2026

My 401(k) Dwarfs My Brokerage Account — With 7 Years Until Retirement, How Should I Invest Now?

Is It Possible to Retire By 35 If You’ve Saved $3 Million?

Is $10 Million the New Baseline for a Care-Free Retirement in America?

How People Can Lose 100% of Their Social Security Payments

Here’s How Social Security’s Full Retirement Age Is Changing in 2026

Dave Ramsey’s 8% Retirement Rule Debate: Higher Income or Higher Risk?

2026 Is Here. When Does Your Social Security COLA Arrive?

Retiring With $250K, $500K, or $1M: What Each Path Really Looks Like

“Do Today What Others Won’t, So You Can Retire How Others Can’t.”

Nearing Retirement With $250,000? Here’s What to Do Next

What a Seven-Figure Nest Egg Really Means Once the Paychecks Stop

Is $600,000 Enough to Retire? What the Numbers Actually Say

Is $2.5M Enough To Spend $100K A Year In Retirement, Or Will Taxes Make That Impossible?

These Retirees Definitely Should Not Delay Their Social Security Claim

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Why U.S. AI Restrictions Could Give China an Unexpected Advantage Following the Android Playbook

Wall Street Tech Analyst: Micron Could 4x If the AI Cycle Lasts Through 2030

Make Sure You Calculate Your 401(k) RMD Before IRMAA Surcharges Hit Your Medicare

A 25-Year-Old Built $500K in Stocks, 13 Rentals, and $10K a Month, While Spending Just $24K a Year

Tech Experts Warn: Memory Shortage Crisis Won’t Ease Until 2028, and RAM Makers Have No Incentive to Fix It

Why U.S. AI Restrictions Could Give China an Unexpected Advantage Following the Android Playbook

Personal Finance Articles

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Forget COLA: This Is the Social Security Number Retirees Need to Know In 2026

My 401(k) Dwarfs My Brokerage Account — With 7 Years Until Retirement, How Should I Invest Now?

Is It Possible to Retire By 35 If You’ve Saved $3 Million?

Is $10 Million the New Baseline for a Care-Free Retirement in America?

How People Can Lose 100% of Their Social Security Payments

Here’s How Social Security’s Full Retirement Age Is Changing in 2026

Dave Ramsey’s 8% Retirement Rule Debate: Higher Income or Higher Risk?

2026 Is Here. When Does Your Social Security COLA Arrive?

Retiring With $250K, $500K, or $1M: What Each Path Really Looks Like

“Do Today What Others Won’t, So You Can Retire How Others Can’t.”

Nearing Retirement With $250,000? Here’s What to Do Next

What a Seven-Figure Nest Egg Really Means Once the Paychecks Stop

Is $600,000 Enough to Retire? What the Numbers Actually Say

Is $2.5M Enough To Spend $100K A Year In Retirement, Or Will Taxes Make That Impossible?

These Retirees Definitely Should Not Delay Their Social Security Claim

Tech Experts Warn: Memory Shortage Crisis Won’t Ease Until 2028, and RAM Makers Have No Incentive to Fix It

Why U.S. AI Restrictions Could Give China an Unexpected Advantage Following the Android Playbook

Wall Street Tech Analyst: Micron Could 4x If the AI Cycle Lasts Through 2030

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