In 2026, a big change is coming automatically to Social Security. It will affect the amount of benefits that new retirees get and could impact when you claim benefits. Social Security has experienced this change for a long time, but 2026 is the last year that it will occur — at least for the

One of the biggest Social Security decisions you’ll make is determining when to sign up for benefits. Nearly a quarter of Americans choose to claim shortly after becoming eligible at 62, but for me, that’s never seemed like an appealing option. I’ve always planned to sign up at 70 so I could get

It doesn’t always take much to fuel a round of stock market volatility, but broad economic changes or concerns can easily cause a world of upheaval. In the wake of recent tariff policies, investors need to brace for stock market volatility in the near term. You may be concerned that this bout of

Many people end up relying on Social Security for income during retirement. And even if you have savings, you might appreciate Social Security sending you a monthly check to supplement your IRA or 401(k) withdrawals. But it’s important to understand the ins and outs of Social Security — not just

President Donald Trump has made headlines for a lot of reasons since he took office on Jan. 20, 2025. One of those reasons is the tariffs he has proposed, some of which are already in place. Some are worried that these tariffs could increase their living expenses today. But they could also have