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10 Retirement Benchmarks Boomers Ignore at Their Peril

From savings targets to Social Security, Medicare and RMDs, check out these retirement benchmarks that can help boomers know if they’re ready to retire.

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What gig workers and employees who get tips need to know about the new no-tax-on-tips tax break

About 1 in 10 American workers are earning a living as a gig worker. That means they find their customers through Lyft, DoorDash, TaskRabbit and other digital platforms, or do another form of what the IRS and others call “on-demand work.”

The Conversation

Don’t believe Trump’s claims about making life more affordable

The president has boasted about cutting prices of drugs, housing, food and gasoline. It’s grossly exaggerated nonsense

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Spain breaks jobs record with 22 million Social Security contributors

Spain's Social Security enrolment hit an all-time high in March, boosted by Easter Week, after more than 211,000 jobs were added and unemployment edged lower.

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Social Security Scam Surge: Which Retirees Are Most At Risk Of Losing Their Life Savings

Learn how retirees can protect themselves from sophisticated Social Security scams that exploit fear and urgency to steal personal data and money.

International Business Times UK

2026 Tax Change Retirees Must Know Before It’s Too Late To Avoid Costly Filing Mistakes

New 2026 tax rules introduce a bonus senior deduction. Here’s how retirees can avoid filing mistakes that reduce or erase the savings.

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Social Security Scams: Why Officials Issued a Warning for Retirees and Who Is at Risk

Authorities warn of rising Social Security scams, urging retirees to stay alert as fraudsters use convincing tactics to steal money.

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Even Republican election officials say Trump’s mail-in voting order will be shot down in court

Experts doubt legality of Trump’s order to block the Post Office from sending ballots to voters who don’t appear on a federal registry he ordered DHS and Social Security to create

The Independent UK

Claiming Elderly Parents As Dependents: What If They Get Social Security?

If you’re helping support an aging parent, you might be leaving money on the table at tax time. Many people assume that once a parent...

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The Self-Employment Tax Shock Many Retirees Don’t See Coming

Retirees, especially those who had W-2 jobs during their working lives, might be surprised to learn how much tax they owe on these earnings.

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Trump Promises No Taxes on Social Security — Here’s What Experts Say Retirees Need to Know

President Donald Trump promised no taxes on Social Security - here's what finance experts think retirees should know.

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The Average Social Security Check at 62 vs. 70: Here’s the Monthly Difference in 2026

Claiming Social Security at 62 or 70 can mean a big monthly pay gap in 2026. See the average checks and how timing impacts retirement income.

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Claiming Social Security in 2026? These Are the Tradeoffs Retirees Often Miss

Retirement experts said the real risk is making a claiming decision based on fear or monthly benefit size alone, without fully understanding the tradeoffs.

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Most Voters Are Ignoring This Wisconsin Election—But It Could Impact Medicare, Social Security, and Senior Rights

At first glance, a state Supreme Court election might not seem like something that affects your retirement, your healthcare, or your monthly income. But in...

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How The Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Could Impact Medicare, Social Security, and Senior Rights

The outcome of a state Supreme Court election might seem distant from everyday concerns like healthcare or retirement income, but in reality, these races can carry far-reaching consequences. In Wisconsin, a closely watched Supreme Court election has the potential to influence how laws affecting seniors are interpreted and enforced. From…

The Free Financial Advisor

How to Enroll in Medicare Without Getting Hit With the IRMAA “Stealth Tax”

A single decision can quietly reshape retirement finances for years. Medicare enrollment looks simple on the surface, yet one overlooked detail can trigger higher premiums that feel completely out of left field. IRMAA, officially called the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount, doesn’t announce itself with flashing lights or bold warnings, but…

The Free Financial Advisor

Why Every Newly Married Woman Should Update Her Social Security Record Right Away

The wedding may be over, the dress carefully packed away, and the thank-you notes finally sent—but one tiny administrative task still carries massive importance. Updating a Social Security record after marriage does not exactly scream excitement, yet it quietly holds the power to protect future benefits, avoid frustrating delays, and…

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4 Tax Tips Every Retiree Should Know To Keep More of Their Money

From qualified charitable distributions to Roth conversions, these tax tips can help retirees lower taxable income and stretch Social Security in 2026.

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Gen X Calls Age ‘Just a Number’ — But $172K in Retirement Health Costs Begs To Differ

Age is, indeed, just a number -- but one that Gen Xers should plan for, no matter how young they might feel.

Kiplinger

Claiming Social Security Soon? 5 Smart Moves to Make Before You File

Claiming Social Security is a lifelong decision, and poor choices can cost the average couple more than $180,000. Complete these tasks to avoid a big mistake.

Fortune

Trump just raised the $39 trillion national debt with the largest budget hike since World War II—and nobody can figure out how to pay for it

“MAGA was told an untruth by Trump—no foreign wars, no adventurism,” Steve Hanke told Fortune. “This is a massive militarization.”

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4 Social Security Mistakes Even Wealthy Retirees Make

Even though wealthy retirees may not rely on Social Security benefits as heavily as others, the decisions they make about when and how to claim can still have major financial consequences. Check Out:...

The Independent UK

5 Financial Freebies Every Investor Should Claim

How to increase wealth without the IRS taking a penny

Fortune

What it takes to retire comfortably in America: Nearly $1.5 million, Northwestern Mutual says

The price tag on a comfortable retirement keeps climbing—and most Americans are nowhere close.

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Trump Reaffirms No Tax on Social Security: What Retirees Must Do Next

The White House framed the policy as "no tax on Social Security, " but the change comes through expanded deductions rather than a direct repeal.

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