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How to Plan Your First International Trip After Retirement

RetirementYour first international trip after retirement can be life-changing—but it takes planning.0Ensure your trip is not only memorable, but tailored…

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How Can I Afford My Rising Property Taxes and Home Insurance?

TaxEven with no mortgage, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance can strain retirees—appeal taxes, compare insurance, and budget for repairs.By Maurie…

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7 Surprising Reasons Retirees Are Going Back to Work

RetirementWorking in retirement isn’t just about income. It’s about connection, curiosity, and staying engaged with life.Reasons abound why people work…

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7 Guilt-Free Ways to Spend Your Retirement Cash

Indulging can be hard, but the benefits of doing so in retirement can’t be ignored. Dreamstime/TCABy Donna Fuscaldo From Kiplinger’s…

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Choose a Beneficiary for Your Estate Plan

Designating a beneficiary is a key step in making sure your assets go to the person or people you want…

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What Happens If You Forget to File for Social Security Before Your 70Th Birthday?

You’ll want to rectify right away to avoid losing money. Dreamstime/TCABy Maurie Backman From Kiplinger’s Personal FinanceGiven that many private-sector…

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The Role of a Mortgage Underwriter in Buying a Home

A mortgage underwriter assesses your home loan application. Dreamstime/TCABy Dori Zinn From Kiplinger’s Personal FinanceBuying a home has so many…

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Medicare Prior Authorization Expands to Ambulatory Surgical Centers

Starting in December, Medicare will begin requiring prior authorization for certain procedures when performed in ambulatory surgical centers. Dreamstime/TCABy Donna…

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You May Pay Extra to Share Your Streaming Subscription

Future PlanningMajor platforms now charge extra or limit access for users outside your household.More services have been blocking access to…

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Protect Your Savings in Turbulent Times

RetirementSmart tweaks to protect your nest egg in an uncertain economy.Many Americans are increasingly stressed about the potential impact on…

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Should I Drop Down to Minimum Coverage on My Car Insurance?

Future PlanningThe right time to reduce your coverage to the minimum car insurance required by your state might be today…

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Returning to Work After Retirement? Avoid These 3 Common Pitfalls

If you want to join the ranks of the unretired, you may want to consider the impact it will have…

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