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When Can I Withdraw From My Roth IRA Truly Scot-Free?

Taking money out of a Roth individual retirement account without triggering income taxes or penalties is trickier than you might realize.

Switching from one type of Social Security benefit to another is possible for some married people, but mind the rules.

Russell Settle on April 27, 2024

The rules for survivor’s benefits can be confusing.

Jeff Miller on April 27, 2024

Knowing when to retire and when to begin claiming benefits comes down to understanding yourself — and your finances.

Russell Settle on April 27, 2024

Different rules for claiming apply, depending on the year you were born.

Jeff Miller on April 27, 2024

Two factors determine how much money is coming to you.

Stacy Johnson CPA on April 27, 2024

“Help! I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up!” Here’s how to find the right medical alert plan for you or a loved one.

Russell Settle on April 27, 2024

Making the wrong decision can prove costly.

Russell Settle on April 27, 2024

A reader wonders if the Social Security earnings test will help or hurt her benefits payment.

Stacy Johnson CPA on April 27, 2024

It sure would be nice if there was some way to be absolutely certain the money won’t run out.

Stacy Johnson CPA on April 27, 2024

Common wisdom suggests you need to retire debt-free. But for many, that’s simply not an option.

Jeff Miller on April 27, 2024

An expert weighs in on a few ways the government can save the retirement benefits system.

Stacy Johnson CPA on April 27, 2024

Medicaid covers long-term nursing home expenses. But you may have to spend down assets to qualify. Is there a way to work the system?

Russell Settle on April 27, 2024

There are different answers to this important question.

Russell Settle on April 27, 2024

A Social Security representative breaks some bad news. But is he telling the truth?

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