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If you still have five years before you make the leap to retirement, there are things you can do to set yourself up for a comfortable lifestyle.

For many couples, choosing not to have children brings undeniable freedom—extra income, flexible schedules, and the ability to focus on personal goals. But that same independence can create a blind spot when it comes to long-term stability. Without built-in family responsibilities, it’s easy to underestimate how your lifestyle choices today…

Scam artists steal more than $16 billion in the U.S. every year – and AI is making it easier

A whistleblower within the Social Security Administration (SSA) has formally lodged a complaint alleging retaliation following their efforts to highlight significant vulnerabilities in the agency’s...

In this article, we’ll explore the key reasons your retirement nest egg might fall short -- and the warning signs that you may not be saving enough.

If you're feeling a bit worried about retirement, particularly your Social Security benefits, you certainly aren't alone.

What you do in the five years before retirement and the first 10 afterward can establish how comfortable you'll be for the rest of your life.

Do you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge this year? It depends.

The U.S. government shutdown that began on October 1, 2025, lasted 43 days, the longest in American history, before lawmakers finally passed a temporary funding...

Learn smart strategies to prepare your finances for digital Social Security payments and stay secure in the shift to online benefits.

Retirement often presents financial challenges, particularly for seniors living on a fixed income. While national programs like Social Security and Medicare are well-known, many retirees...