In truth, most families, like mine, with shoestring budgets are simply unable to do this. We never know what the future holds ...

Learn more about Social Security spousal benefits and how these 13 things can help you work on a better retirement plan for ...

One key reason is the “widow’s tax penalty,” a little-known tax consequence that can increase your tax burden and reduce ...

This change can significantly impact your taxes: you may face a lower standard deduction, a higher marginal tax rate, more of ...

If you’re disabled and haven’t paid into Social Security yourself, you may still qualify for survivor benefits based on your ...

Divorce can affect a child’s Social Security benefits, and understanding the rules is key to maintaining their financial security.

Among the popular expectations for minimum pension is Rs 2,500 from the current Rs 1,000, which would be a 150% hike. However ...

The many technical planning questions may be moot until spouses can find common ground on money and wealth in general, CFP ...

Your will is the backbone of a strong, adaptable estate plan that ensures what you leave behind goes to your selected ...

If you expect to claim spousal benefits, though, you won't be able to boost your payment by as much. Spousal benefits max out ...

Current projections are calling for a larger Social Security COLA in 2026 than in 2025. Even if next year's COLA is more generous, a rise in the cost of Medicare Part B could wipe out part of it.

Even with a U.S. government shutdown beginning on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the 74 million Americans who collect Social Security will continue receiving their monthly checks, although some services could be ...