Social Security could face cuts sooner after Trump's tax breakThe Trump administration made a major change that helped push Social Security's day of reckoning a year earlier. Sep 23 26September 23, 2026Article at usatoday.com
The retirement number you need for $10,000 a monthA $10,000-per-month retirement income would provide $120,000 to live on — but is it possible? Aug 31 26August 31, 2026Article at usatoday.com
Want to retire as a millionaire? Here's the truth on how much to saveHere's how much Americans should save if they want to retire as millionaires. Aug 24 26August 24, 2026Article at usatoday.com
Forced to retire early? How it hurts Social Security and savingsUnplanned retirement can negatively impact your financial picture for many reasons. Find out how to prevent this and what to do if it happens to you. Jul 06 26July 06, 2026Article at usatoday.com
3 things retirees need to know about annual Social Security raisesIt's important to understand the truth about Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment. Jul 05 26July 05, 2026Article at usatoday.com
How to prep your budget now if the 2027 COLA comes in below expectationsRetirees are seeing a lot of news about a big COLA -- but what if it doesn't pan out? Jun 25 26June 25, 2026Article at usatoday.com
This Social Security rule could pay retirees six months backAlthough many people aren't aware of it, it's actually possible to get Social Security checks for a period prior to the time you claim them. Apr 10 26April 10, 2026Article at usatoday.com
Working while on Social Security? What the new 2026 rules meanIf you work while collecting Social Security, you may affect your benefits. And the rules for exactly what that will look like changed very recently. Apr 02 26April 02, 2026Article at usatoday.com
3 common investing myths that are costing you moneyIf you've fallen for these myths, it could cost you. Mar 31 26March 31, 2026Article at usatoday.com
This was the average Social Security benefit in 1985. Here's what it is now.While Social Security may not have changed enough, it has still changed over time. Let's take a look at the average benefit retirees collected. Jan 12 26January 12, 2026Article at usatoday.com
Don't forget this Social Security rule that could cost you thousandsSocial Security has some rules that surprise retirees — and one of them could mean big unexpected costs for seniors. Dec 12 25December 12, 2025Article at usatoday.com
Why retirees could face a financial shock from Social Security in 2026Many retirees are struggling with their finances, and things could get worse next year if they aren't prepared for this reality about Social Security. Dec 10 25December 10, 2025Article at usatoday.com
How does your retirement savings stack up to others with a similar income?Are you ahead of your peers when it comes to retirement savings, or have you fallen behind? Nov 06 25November 06, 2025Article at usatoday.com
Social Security work rules are changing in 2026. Here's what you need to know.Rules are changing. Here's what they're likely to look like next year, so you'll know exactly what to expect if you're working and collecting benefits. Oct 22 25October 22, 2025Article at usatoday.com
3 biggest retirement expenses most people forget aboutWhen you are planning for retirement, there are certain key expenses that many people forget about. You can't afford to be one of them. Oct 02 25October 02, 2025Article at usatoday.com
Too many retirees are spending without a plan. Why it matters.If you don't have a strategy for taking money out of your retirement accounts, your accounts could run dry too soon. Sep 25 25September 25, 2025Article at usatoday.com
Suze Orman, Dave Ramsey have very different advice on Social Security. Who's right?Suze Orman's advice about Social Security makes more sense for most people. Here's why. Sep 14 25September 14, 2025Article at usatoday.com
Most Social Security recipients wouldn't be able to manage benefit cuts, survey showsMost retirees simply don't have spare funds to cope with a Social Security cut. Is this something to worry about? Sep 07 25September 07, 2025Article at usatoday.com
Can you make $250,000 a year, save $3 million and be miserable? One man's confessionA Reddit user with a $250,000 annual income is unhappy with his work-life balance. But can he quit the rat race? Jul 09 25July 09, 2025Article at usatoday.com
3 moves that are guaranteed to shrink your Social Security checkIf you need your Social Security check to be as large as possible, you should avoid taking these misguided actions. May 02 25May 02, 2025Article at usatoday.com