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When you’ve got decades to save for retirement, how should you begin?
When you’re 10-plus years from your retirement party, time is your friend. These tips can help you get started and save more.
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Is doom spending throwing shade on your future?
Practicing healthy spending and saving habits can help you reach your goals and prepare for the future. While saving and spending are two conflicting principles, it’s all about striking a balance. But how do you achieve this equilibrium?
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What will Social Security look like when you retire?
Planning for retirement includes lots of considerations, including how Social Security may change over time.
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Who is eligible for Social Security and spousal, and survivorship benefits?
A range of people, including current and former spouses and dependent children, may be eligible for Social Security benefits.
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At what age should I take Social Security?
Here are key factors that come into play when you’re considering the best age to file for your Social Security retirement benefits.
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Finance 101: What is credit, a credit score, and a credit report (and why they matter)
Understand the factors that make up a credit score and know how to check your credit report to help build your financial foundation.
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Save extra for retirement with catch-up contributions
Catch-up contribution increases for 2024 may help give you flexibility to save more for retirement.
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4 ways to save on your taxes and save for retirement
These positive money habits can work overtime to reduce your tax bill and help build long-term retirement savings.
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8 ways you can save on taxes in 2024
Financial planning—for retirement, health care, and beyond—may offer tax-saving strategies to help trim what you owe.
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How to budget for the cost of health care in retirement
The answers to a few key questions about your plans and your health can help you understand health care costs in retirement.