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Kiplinger • Aug 16, 2025

Three Common Social Security Myths in 2025: A Retirement Strategist Explains What You Need to Know

Understanding the realities of Social Security, including tax obligations and program stability, allows individuals to make informed financial decisions and better plan for a secur...

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Investopedia • Aug 14, 2025

Social Security Celebrates 90 Years This Month, Yet Trust Fund Faces Potential Collapse Within a Dec...

Social Security marks its 90th anniversary amid concerns that its financial reserves may be depleted within the next ten years, raising questions about the program’s long-term sust...

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Kiplinger • Aug 14, 2025

Social Security Planning Strategies and Challenges as It Hits Its 90th Year: A Financial Adviser's G...

As Social Security approaches its 90th anniversary, increasing life spans and demographic shifts emphasize the importance of carefully navigating its complexities to maximize retir...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Why a proposal to ‘save’ Social Security by investing $1.5 trillion in the stock market won’t work

Investing a substantial amount of Social Security funds in the stock market could impact the program’s stability, raising concerns about potential risks and the timing of implement...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 04, 2025

Social Security COLA at risk after Trump’s shock firing at the Labor Department

The unexpected dismissal of the Labor Department leader may affect the cost-of-living adjustments for Social Security, potentially influencing benefits tied to economic indicators...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 30, 2025

Treasury secretary calls MAGA baby bonds a ‘back door’ to privatize Social Security

The newly enacted Republican provision allocating $1,000 to every newborn has raised concerns from the Treasury Secretary about its potential role in gradually shifting Social Secu...

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Kiplinger • Jul 28, 2025

Higher Social Security Payments? The CPI-E Could Make it Happen

Adopting the CPI-E to calculate cost-of-living adjustments may influence Social Security benefits by potentially increasing payment amounts to better reflect the expenses faced by...

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Kiplinger • Jul 25, 2025

How Divorced Retirees Can Maximize Their Social Security Benefits: A Case Study

This case study illustrates how individuals who are divorced can increase their retirement income by understanding eligibility criteria and utilizing alternative benefit options li...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 15, 2025

Social Security costs could rise if fertility rates stay low

If birth rates remain below replacement levels, the funding and sustainability of Social Security programs may face increased pressure due to a smaller future workforce contributin...

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Kiplinger • Jul 14, 2025

2026 Social Security COLA: The Little Known Data Shift That Could Impact Millions of Retirees' Benef...

The recent modification in inflation measurement by the Bureau of Labor Statistics may influence the calculation of Social Security cost-of-living adjustments, potentially affectin...

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Investopedia • Jul 08, 2025

SSA 'Applauds' Big Beautiful Bill For Cutting Income Taxes on Social Security Payments. The Bill Doe...

The recent legislation, while praised for its potential impact on Social Security, does not actually reduce the taxes applied to Social Security benefits, affecting expectations ab...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 02, 2025

‘I’m single’: At 70, I have $500,000 in stocks and $220,000 in savings. How do I invest my $130,000...

A 70-year-old individual with substantial stock and savings assets is considering how to wisely allocate a recent $130,000 financial gain while relying on Social Security income fo...

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Kiplinger • Jun 30, 2025

13 Answers to Pressing Social Security Questions

Understanding various claiming approaches and optimizing benefits can significantly impact your long-term financial stability during retirement.

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Kiplinger • Jun 19, 2025

Does Donald Trump Claim Social Security Benefits?

The examination of presidential Social Security claims since 1983 offers insight into how former leaders have accessed government-funded retirement income, highlighting the financi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jun 13, 2025

‘I’m 68 and my 401(k) has dwindled to $82,000’: My husband committed financial infidelity and has $5...

At age 68, managing limited retirement savings, substantial credit-card debt, and modest income sources presents challenges in maintaining financial stability and planning for futu...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jun 11, 2025

Your Social Security check could rise 2.5% in 2026, but inflation and tariffs are still concerns

The anticipated increase in Social Security benefits for 2026 may provide modest financial relief, though ongoing inflation and economic uncertainties could diminish its overall im...

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CNBC Business • Jun 11, 2025

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be 2.5% in 2026, new estimates find

Updated inflation figures indicate a potential increase in Social Security payments next year, which could impact the financial stability of many retirees relying on these benefits...

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CNBC Business • May 30, 2025

Why U.S. policies like baby bonds and child tax credits can’t convince Americans to have kids

Despite financial programs aimed at supporting families, the persistently low birthrate in the United States poses long-term challenges for funding social welfare systems such as S...

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Kiplinger • May 19, 2025

Is Your Social Security Earnings Record Wrong? Here's How to Fix It

Verifying the accuracy of your earnings history is essential to ensure your future Social Security payments reflect the correct amount and are not unintentionally decreased.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

What to make of the stock market’s recovery

The recent rebound in equity prices has important implications for investors and retirees, potentially affecting portfolio balances, borrowing costs, and the relative attractivenes...

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Kiplinger • May 16, 2025

The Average Social Security Claiming Age is Trending Higher

More individuals are postponing their Social Security benefits, which may lead to increased monthly payments and affect long-term financial planning for both recipients and the pro...

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CNBC Business • May 13, 2025

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 is projected to be lowest in recent years. Why th...

The expected modest increase in Social Security payments next year reflects slowing inflation rates, which could impact the overall income growth for recipients compared to previou...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 06, 2025

Trump’s pick for Social Security commissioner confirmed in a tight vote amid growing backlash

Frank Bisignano’s confirmation as Social Security commissioner comes at a critical time, potentially influencing the agency’s financial policies and impacting benefits management a...

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CNBC Business • May 05, 2025

Social Security reduces benefit clawback from 100% to 50% for some; experts still warn of 'devastati...

The adjustment in withholding rates for certain Social Security recipients lessens the repayment burden, although specialists caution that financial challenges remain significant f...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 02, 2025

Warren Buffett turns 95 this summer, and he’s still working weekends

As Warren Buffett continues to work at age 95, investors should consider potential stock market trends, the benefits of high-yield bonds, and the implications of employment on Soci...

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