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Did Your Social Security Just Go Down? The Hidden Adjustment You Missed

If you’ve recently checked your bank account and noticed your Social Security payment is lower than expected, you’re not alone. Many retirees and beneficiaries are scratching their heads, wondering why their Social Security just went down. With the cost of living on the rise, every dollar counts, and a sudden…

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Federal R&D funding boosts productivity for the whole economy − making big cuts to such government spending unwise

Large cuts to government-funded research and development can endanger American innovation – and the vital productivity gains it supports.

The Conversation

9 Ways Old People Are Getting Scammed in Plain Sight

Older adults are increasingly targeted by scammers who use clever tricks and emotional manipulation to steal money, personal information, and even peace of mind. These scams are often hiding in plain sight, making them especially dangerous for seniors who may not be aware of the latest tactics. The risks are…

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Warning: This Is Why Your Social Security Payment Just Dropped

If you’ve recently checked your bank account and noticed your Social Security payment is lower than usual, you’re not alone. Many retirees and beneficiaries see unexpected changes in their monthly deposits, causing confusion and concern. Social Security payments are a lifeline for millions, so any drop can throw off your…

The Free Financial Advisor

Medical scans are big business and investors are circling. Here are 3 reasons to be concerned

Timely access to high-quality medical imaging can be lifesaving and life-altering. Radiology can confirm a fractured bone, give us an early glimpse of our baby or detect cancer.

The Conversation

UnitedHealth faces federal scrutiny into whistleblower claims

Attention comes in wake of ex-employees’ allegations that insurer paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers and used improper tactics to gain Medicare Advantage enrollees

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'Big, beautiful' bill on the line - Roll Call

CQ Budget outlines the big fights that could tie up the reconciliation bill and look ahead to the fiscal 2026 appropriations process.

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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

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...

Saving Advice

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,…

The Free Financial Advisor

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.

Kiplinger

9 Retirement Mistakes That Make Loopholes Useless

Everyone loves a good retirement hack—tax-free accounts, backdoor Roths, catch-up contributions, strategic rollovers. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: none of those tactics matter if you’re...

Saving Advice

10 Shocking Gaps in the Retirement Law That Still Exist

Retirement law is supposed to protect people. It’s meant to ensure that, after decades of hard work, you can finally enjoy some peace, financial security,...

Saving Advice

11 Long-Term Care Costs Nobody Plans For

Long-term care costs are one of those financial realities that sneak up on even the most diligent planners. You might think you’ve got your retirement all mapped out, but the truth is, long-term care can throw a wrench into even the best-laid plans. Whether you’re thinking about your own future…

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6 Signs You’re Not Ready to Retire—Even If You Think You Are

Retirement is one of life’s biggest milestones, and it’s easy to get swept up in the dream of endless free time, travel, and relaxation. But before you hand in your notice and start planning your first post-work adventure, it’s crucial to take a hard look at your retirement readiness. Many…

Kiplinger

Should You Ditch Your Medicare Advantage Plan? Most People Do

If you want to switch your Medicare Advantage plan or enroll in original Medicare, you're not alone. Here's when it's a good idea and how to go about it.

Salon

Republicans' house of cards collapses

Under mounting pressure from Elon Musk, Republicans are now considering cuts to Medicare

The Conversation

US health care is rife with high costs and deep inequities, and that’s no accident – a public health historian explains how the system was shaped to serve profit and politicians

A few years ago, a student in my history of public health course asked why her mother couldn’t afford insulin without insurance, despite having a full-time job. I told her what I’ve come to believe: The U.S. health care system was deliberately built this way.

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Trump budget bill is assault on hospice

Hospice businesses depend on reimbursements from Medicare to provide comfort and end-of-life support

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The Real Cost of Growing Old in America

Aging in America is often marketed as a golden era of rest, relaxation, and well-earned freedom. But for many older adults, the reality is far...

Roll Call

Medicare cuts in play as Senate GOP hones budget bill - Roll Call

As Senate Republicans go deep into reconciliation bill-drafting mode, Medicare is increasingly coming up as a potential pay-for.

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‘Almost Double My Rent’: Young Aussies Are Putting Off Medical Appointments Due To Costs

Young Aussies say they're putting off specialist appointments due to soaring costs, as a new report reveals just how Medicare is failing to keep up.

Kiplinger

Five Smart Moves for Retirement Healthcare: From HSAs to Medigap Policies

Unchecked health care costs in retirement could blow a hole in your savings. Here’s how to avoid that.

Saving Advice

10 Legal Ways to Get Medicare to Cover More Than They Say

If you’ve ever been surprised by a medical bill that Medicare didn’t cover, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans believe Medicare is comprehensive…until they get...

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How One Bad Medical Diagnosis Can Wreck Your Retirement Plan

Imagine this: You’ve spent decades carefully saving and planning for your golden years, envisioning a retirement filled with travel, hobbies, and time with loved ones....

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