Do I have enough money to retire? 3 questions to ask yourself
Panama is one of the most affordable places to retire abroad. Helovi | E+ | Getty Images Today’s investors face one looming question: Will I have enough money when I …
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How 2024 presidential race may influence Social Security
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are shown on screen during a debate watch party at the Cameo Art House Theatre in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Sept. 10, …
Maximum Social Security retirement benefit: Here’s who qualifies
Twenty47studio | Moment | Getty Images Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will benefit from the 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025, set to take effect in January. With that increase, the …
Social Security cost-of-living 2.5% adjustment for 2025: What to know
Portra | E+ | Getty Images Now that the pace of inflation has come down, the cost-of-living adjustments are more average. Social Security’s annual benefit increases have averaged about 2.6% …
Many Americans would rather talk politics than money. It could cost you
Voters cast their ballots on the second day of early voting in the 2024 presidential election at the Board of Elections Loop Super Site in Chicago, Illinois, on October 4, …
How to avoid being a victim of post-storm scams
A van flows in floodwaters in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on Sept. 28 in Asheville, North Carolina. Sean Rayford | Getty Images News | Getty Images States affected by …
Only 33% of millionaires consider themselves wealthy, report finds
The U.S. has experienced an unprecedented wealth boom. Yet, few Americans — including millionaires— feel confident about their financial standing. Only 12% of Americans consider themselves wealthy, according to a new report …
Bill to eliminate Social Security GPO, WEP rules gets closer to a vote
Cavan Images | Cavan | Getty Images House lawmakers in Washington have the signatures they need to force a vote on a bill to eliminate rules that reduce Social Security …
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2025 may be 2.5%
Patchareeporn Sakoolchai | Moment | Getty Images Social Security beneficiaries have seen higher cost-of-living adjustments in recent years, prompted by record high inflation. Yet next year’s increase may not be …
A recession could upend retirement plans. Taking these steps can help
Ascentxmedia | E+ | Getty Images With the Federal Reserve poised to start cutting interest rates, experts are divided on what’s ahead for the U.S. economy. While some worry the …