What does it take to retire with a comfy $10,000/month in America? It's probably less than you think
Let’s not forget when you retire will have an impact on what it’ll take for you to comfortably take out $10,000 a month ...
Higher-earning spouses should wait to claim — but lower-earning spouses may not want to
Waiting makes sense if you are the higher-earning spouse — but if you're claiming spousal benefits, waiting may not be the right approach.
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Here are the 4 most worrisome things about the 2025 Social Security change to COLA — and how to prepare for what’s ahead
Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) helps keep retirees afloat as inflation erodes purchasing power. But this year, it’s sparking some anxiety. Millions of Americans are facing ...
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Looking for early freedom? Here’s what happens to your Social Security benefits in America when you retire at 55
Most people qualify for Social Security after 10 years of working and earning work credits. However, if you work for less than 35 years, you’ll shrink the benefits you get — which could easily happen ...
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I’m 45, have $2,500,000 in savings and want to quit my high-stress job in order to travel — how long can my money last?
Early retirement is a dream for many people, especially for those in high-stress positions. If you're 45 years old, have $2.5 million saved up and are not enjoying your work, it's absolutely ...
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I lost my $1,700,000 home in the LA wildfire — what happens to my mortgage?
Thousands of people have lost their homes in the Palisades and Eaton wildfires that ripped through Greater Los Angeles in early January, driven by the powerful Santa Ana winds. And sadly, more fires ...