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How to Partially Retire Before You’re Ready For Full Retirement
Retiring in stages is becoming more of an option for those who don’t want to “jump off a cliff” from full-time work to having no employment.
By Alina Tugend Last updated
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Social Security Is Pushing You to Work Longer – Can You Still Afford to Retire Early?
social security To get your full Social Security benefit, you may have to work longer than you’d like. If you really don’t want to wait to quit work and start taking benefits, you’ll need a plan that compensates for a smaller monthly check.
By Vincent Birardi, CFP®, AIF®, MBA Published
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8 Must-Know Facts About Your Social Security Benefits
Making Your Money Last What you don't understand about Social Security could cost you. Here are key facts worth knowing.
By David Rodeck Published
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How Does Working Longer Affect Your Social Security Benefits?
social security You probably know you’ll get bigger payments if you stick with your job and wait to claim. But there’s more to it.
By Ken Moraif, MBA, CFP®, CRPC® Published
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When You Claim Social Security Can Have Huge Implications for Your Spouse
social security When you’re gone, your spouse’s income will take a major hit – one that can be worsened significantly if you make the wrong decision about when to claim.
By Kristi Martin Rodriguez Published
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Why Your New Social Security Check May Be Less Than You Thought
social security Watch out, because these three supposed “rules” about Social Security benefits may not actually apply to you.
By Steve Parrish, J.D., RICP® Published
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It Still Pays to Wait to Claim Social Security
Financial Planning Despite dire headlines about the Social Security trust fund, you will be better off waiting to collect benefits.
By Sandra Block Published
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No Need to Panic: Social Security Is NOT Running Out
social security Yes, Social Security is undergoing some changes, including a possible reduction in benefits in the not-too-distant future – but the checks won’t stop coming. Here’s why the program is changing and what to expect.
By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP Published
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Retirees to Get Big Social Security COLA Boost for 2022
social security The increase in the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2022 was driven by higher prices for fuel, appliances and cars.
By David Payne Published
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