Health Insurance Before Medicare: How to Bridge the Gap Without Overspending
Leaving work before 65 can make health insurance feel overwhelming. A few smart planning moves can keep coverage affordable until Medicare begins.
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4 Ways Delaying Social Security Could Backfire in Retirement
Delaying Social Security can be smart, but not always. Learn 4 risks of waiting and how to decide what’s best for your retirement income plan.
What It’s Like to Work With a Virtual Retirement Planner for Retirees
This article discusses what it’s like to work with a virtual retirement planner and how working with one can allow you to find an advisor who specializes in working with folks exactly like you, rather than the closest one.
The Widow’s Penalty: Why a Retiree’s Taxes May Go Up When One Spouse Passes Away
Learn how the “widow’s penalty” can raise taxes for surviving spouses, and what pre-retirees can do now to plan ahead and protect their income.
What Retirees Need to Know About ‘Per Stirpes’ and Family Inheritance
Many retirees unintentionally cut grandchildren out of an inheritance. One overlooked phrase—per stirpes—can prevent that from happening.
Early Retirement Health Insurance in 2026: Planning for the ACA Subsidy Cliff
Early retirement health insurance may be getting more expensive. Learn what’s changing in 2026 and how smart planning can help you stay on track.
Understanding and Avoiding Medicare Surcharges
Retirement planning often involves a lot more than just making sure your nest egg is large enough to sustain your lifestyle. It also requires a strong focus on income taxes and remaining nimble as tax laws change over time. One specific area of tax rules that retirees need to be aware of include Medicare premiums and the potential of something called an Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA).
Are Social Security Benefits Taxable?
You’ve paid into Social Security throughout your working career. As you approach retirement, you may be wondering whether you’ll have to pay tax on your Social Security benefits. Let’s discuss…
What are Required Minimum Distributions?
Nearly everyone has a “pre-tax” retirement account – 403b, 401k, and Traditional IRAs. These pre-tax accounts provided you with a tax deduction when you initially contributed into it (or, if it was an account that was funded by your employer, then they were the ones to receive the tax benefit).
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