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The 2027 Social Security COLA Estimate: What It Means (and Doesn't) for Your Retirement Paycheck

The 2027 Social Security COLA Estimate: What It Means (and Doesn't) for Your Retirement Paycheck

The 2027 Social Security COLA Estimate: What It Means (and Doesn't) for Your Retirement PaycheckJohn Anderson
Published on: 10/01/2026

The 2027 Social Security COLA will be announced October 14. Here's what the current 3.6% estimate really means for your retirement income — and why it shouldn't be your whole plan.

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Working Part-Time in Retirement: What It Really Does to Your Social Security and Budget

Working Part-Time in Retirement: What It Really Does to Your Social Security and Budget

Working Part-Time in Retirement: What It Really Does to Your Social Security and BudgetJeff Frankenfield
Published on: 09/18/2026

Many retirees plan to work part-time, but few plan for how it interacts with Social Security's earnings test and their budget. Here's what to actually think through.

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Social Security at 62, Full Retirement Age, or 70? Busting the Biggest Claiming Myths

Social Security at 62, Full Retirement Age, or 70? Busting the Biggest Claiming Myths

Social Security at 62, Full Retirement Age, or 70? Busting the Biggest Claiming MythsJohn Anderson
Published on: 09/17/2026

Five common myths about when to claim Social Security — and what the actual SSA rules say about claiming at 62, full retirement age, or 70.

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When One of You Retires Before the Other: A Couple's Guide to Staggered Retirement

When One of You Retires Before the Other: A Couple's Guide to Staggered Retirement

When One of You Retires Before the Other: A Couple's Guide to Staggered RetirementJeff Frankenfield
Published on: 09/14/2026

When one spouse retires before the other, the household's daily rhythm and income timeline both shift. Here's how couples can navigate the gap without friction.

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