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Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
12 minutes ago

Social Security Full Retirement Age Could Increase From 67. Here's Who Gets Hurt the Most

Social Security's full retirement age may be raised to prevent funding shortfalls, impacting younger workers the most.
fromFortune
5 hours ago
Retirement

The next generation of senators has a ticking time bomb in their lap: Social Security's insolvency, without a plan for national debt | Fortune

Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Social Security's Funding Problem Just Got $169 Billion Worse

Social Security faces potential benefit cuts due to funding shortages and recent legislative changes affecting tax revenue.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Social Security Issues Major Warning to Retirees

Retirees must be vigilant against increasing government impostor scams targeting their Social Security information.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
12 minutes ago

Social Security Full Retirement Age Could Increase From 67. Here's Who Gets Hurt the Most

Social Security's full retirement age may be raised to prevent funding shortfalls, impacting younger workers the most.
SF politics
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

This Trump Administration Move May Cause Lasting Damage to Social Security

The Trump Administration's staffing cuts at the Social Security Administration may lead to long-lasting damage to the Social Security benefits program.
Retirement
fromFortune
5 hours ago

The next generation of senators has a ticking time bomb in their lap: Social Security's insolvency, without a plan for national debt | Fortune

Social Security and Medicare face imminent funding crises, with deadlines for Congress to address these issues approaching rapidly.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Social Security's Funding Problem Just Got $169 Billion Worse

Social Security faces potential benefit cuts due to funding shortages and recent legislative changes affecting tax revenue.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Social Security Issues Major Warning to Retirees

Retirees must be vigilant against increasing government impostor scams targeting their Social Security information.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 hours ago

Research suggests people who grew up with very little and later accumulated real wealth don't feel wealthy - they feel temporarily safe, and there's a difference - Silicon Canals

Scarcity significantly reduces cognitive performance, impacting decision-making and mental bandwidth, regardless of actual intelligence.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

Women are getting most of the new jobs. What's going on with men?

Men need support in the job market as women dominate new job growth, particularly in health care.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

I grew up lower middle class and the thing nobody explains is how the financial anxiety doesn't leave when the money arrives. You can have six months of savings and still feel the phantom weight of an empty account because your nervous system was calibrated in a house where the math never quite worked and it stored that frequency permanently - Silicon Canals

Chronic stress from childhood financial instability affects adult behavior and emotional responses to money.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
21 hours ago

Research suggests the postwar decades produced workers who could delay gratification for years at a time - not because they were wiser than younger generations but because the reward at the end was real and they'd seen it happen with their own eyes - Silicon Canals

Boomers experienced a reliable work reward system that no longer exists, leading to generational disconnects in work expectations.
Non-profit organizations
from24/7 Wall St.
20 hours ago

Why Nurses at Non-Profit Hospitals Are Maxing Two Retirement Accounts While Most Workers Can Only Max One

Nurses at non-profit hospitals can contribute to both a 403(b) and a 457(b), maximizing their retirement savings compared to for-profit hospital employees.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Immigrant seniors are losing medicare coverage despite paying for it

Rosa María Carranza, who has dedicated over three decades to child development, faces disenrollment from Medicare due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which affects lawfully present immigrants.
East Bay (California)
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Our Favorite Passive Income Idea Pays Big Dividends and Grows Daily

Healthcare REITs present a compelling investment opportunity due to aging demographics and attractive valuations, offering reliable passive income and defensive characteristics.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
20 hours ago

US fertility rate drops to all-time low, continuing a two-decade decline

The fertility rate for 2025 was reported at 53.1 births per 1,000 women aged 15 to 44, marking a one percent drop compared to the previous year.
Public health
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
#upper-middle-class
fromFortune
1 day ago
Silicon Valley food

How dual incomes and the tech boom turned the upper middle class into America's biggest income group | Fortune

Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

The Upper Middle Class Used to Be an Exclusive Club. Now Its Membership Is Booming.

The upper middle class in America has increased to 31% in 2024, with families earning between $133,000 and $400,000 annually.
fromFortune
1 day ago
Silicon Valley food

How dual incomes and the tech boom turned the upper middle class into America's biggest income group | Fortune

Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

The Upper Middle Class Used to Be an Exclusive Club. Now Its Membership Is Booming.

The upper middle class in America has increased to 31% in 2024, with families earning between $133,000 and $400,000 annually.
#housing-crisis
NYC real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
LA real estate
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

65, single, seeking a roommate: More seniors are being priced out of living alone

Older adults increasingly share homes due to rising housing costs, with a significant increase in those aged 65 and over seeking roommates.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

401(k) Plans Could Add Riskier Investments Under a New Rule

The Trump administration is enabling riskier alternative investments in 401(k) plans, easing regulations for plan sponsors.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Warning issued over precarious' state of long-term adult social care in England

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

I Know Why My Son Moved Back Home. I'm Scared to Find Out Why He's Staying.

A conversation about living arrangements and financial contributions is necessary between the father and son.
Women in technology
fromFortune
3 days ago

Only 22% of people felt their jobs were safe in 2025-manufacturers, warehouse workers, and women are the most scared | Fortune

Only 22% of global workers feel their jobs are safe from elimination in 2025, with lower confidence among repetitive task workers.
Right-wing politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

How former Labor Secretary Robert Reich packages his anti-inequality message for Gen Z

Robert Reich emphasizes the importance of social media and short-form videos to effectively communicate issues of inequality to younger generations.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

What Retirement Really Looks Like Earning $500,000 a Year With Only $200,000 Saved

High earners often face lifestyle inflation, leading to inadequate savings despite substantial incomes, creating a significant retirement gap.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

You've Lost Your Health Insurance. It Shouldn't Have Been a Surprise.

Health insurers often fail to provide adequate warnings before coverage loss, relying on outdated communication methods that can lead to critical gaps in patient care.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I grew up in a house where money was discussed in whispers and spent in silence, and it took me thirty years to understand that the secrecy wasn't about the money. It was about the shame. And by the time I realized those were different things, I had already inherited both. - Silicon Canals

Secrecy about finances in families often stems from shame rather than a lack of information, impacting children's understanding of money.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says the loneliest generation in history isn't Gen Z - it's the boomers who raised everyone, hosted everything, and are now sitting in quiet houses wondering where everybody went - Silicon Canals

The loneliest generation today is not Gen Z, but the baby boomers who once held social connections together.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | The Fantasy of a Comfy Retirement Has Always Been a Mirage

Rising living costs and government support cuts are causing despair among older and younger Americans regarding their financial futures.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The people who check their bank account before every small purchase aren't necessarily struggling. Some of them grew up in houses where an unexpected expense could change the entire atmosphere of a week, and the checking is not about the balance. It's about confirming that the ground is still solid. - Silicon Canals

Financial anxiety often stems from childhood experiences where money influenced household atmosphere and emotional states, not just current financial status.
Careers
fromFortune
3 days ago

Goldman just looked at 40 years of data on the 'scarring' effects of technological disruption and finds Gen Z isn't the most at risk | Fortune

AI displacement can cause long-term earnings damage for workers, but recent graduates may adapt better than expected.
#retirement-planning
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
6 hours ago

What Happens to Your Retirement Plans If the Stock Market Drops 50%?

Market downturns can significantly impact retirement portfolios, making it crucial to plan asset allocation carefully to mitigate risks.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

At 57 With $1.8 Million Saved, the Math Tilts Toward the Low-Stress Job More Than You'd Expect

Health insurance is a significant risk factor in retirement planning, influencing decisions despite financial readiness.
Retirement
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How these two major types of spending shocks will affect your retirement planning

Spending shocks, like early retirement and uninsured long-term care, significantly impact retirement portfolio longevity.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

What Retirement Really Looks Like at 62 With $1.4 Million and a Beach House to Unload

Choosing between immediate retirement or working longer significantly impacts Social Security benefits and overall financial security.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

How to Replace a $62,000 Salary Using Monthly Dividend ETFs in Retirement

Retirement income sources have shifted from pensions and Social Security to investment strategies like ETFs and 401(k) plans.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
6 hours ago

What Happens to Your Retirement Plans If the Stock Market Drops 50%?

Market downturns can significantly impact retirement portfolios, making it crucial to plan asset allocation carefully to mitigate risks.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

At 57 With $1.8 Million Saved, the Math Tilts Toward the Low-Stress Job More Than You'd Expect

Health insurance is a significant risk factor in retirement planning, influencing decisions despite financial readiness.
Retirement
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How these two major types of spending shocks will affect your retirement planning

Spending shocks, like early retirement and uninsured long-term care, significantly impact retirement portfolio longevity.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

What Retirement Really Looks Like at 62 With $1.4 Million and a Beach House to Unload

Choosing between immediate retirement or working longer significantly impacts Social Security benefits and overall financial security.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

How to Replace a $62,000 Salary Using Monthly Dividend ETFs in Retirement

Retirement income sources have shifted from pensions and Social Security to investment strategies like ETFs and 401(k) plans.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Boomers and Retirees Are Sticking With 5 of the Highest-Yielding Dividend Kings

Inflation may delay interest rate cuts, prompting retirees to consider high-yield Dividend Kings for passive income.
US politics
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Social Security has kept wealth inequality in check for decades. Trump's policies could deplete it in 6 years | Fortune

Social Security's $40 trillion buffer has moderated wealth inequality for decades, but accelerating fiscal policies threaten its insolvency by 2032, potentially widening the wealth gap to Gilded Age levels.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Dave Ramsey's Tough Advice for 64-Year-Old on Disability

Sally's financial issues stem from a significant income-to-expense gap, not just her credit card debt.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

AMLP Pays Over 7 Percent and Most Retirees Have Never Heard of It

The Alerian MLP ETF offers a significantly higher yield than traditional dividend ETFs, making it an attractive option for retirees.
#retirement
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

What no one tells you about a working-class retirement - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected physical and identity challenges for those who defined themselves by their work.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Mental health

Psychology says lower middle class retirees face these 8 challenges that wealthy retirees quietly avoid - Silicon Canals

Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

What no one tells you about a working-class retirement - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected physical and identity challenges for those who defined themselves by their work.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Mental health

Psychology says lower middle class retirees face these 8 challenges that wealthy retirees quietly avoid - Silicon Canals

from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Retirees Are Choosing These Monthly Income ETFs Over High-Yield Savings Accounts

High-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the National Credit Union Administration up to $250,000, per depositor, per insured institution.
Retirement
Retirement
fromwww.thelocal.at
6 months ago

EXPLAINED: What Austria's 2026 pension changes mean for you

Austria will adjust pensions in January 2026, with full inflation protection for pensions up to 2,500 euros and a flat increase for higher pensions.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

How Much Do You Really Need Invested to Replace an $80,000 Salary With Dividends?

Dividends can replace paychecks, but required capital varies significantly based on investment yield and risk tolerance.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Retirement concerns grow for older women amid rising costs

Women aged 50–64 face significant financial anxiety about retirement, health care costs, and short-term emergencies, with many relying on Social Security and providing unpaid caregiving.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

The 3 Monthly Income ETFs I Would Buy Today for Retirement Cash Flow

Total return focuses on after-tax performance with reinvested distributions, contrasting with retirees who prefer income from dividends.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Happens When We Can't Retire?

Financial insecurity forces many older workers to delay retirement, causing significant physical and mental health harms and requiring societal, workplace, and individual change.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Cruze Tells 58-Year-Old Nurse With $230K Saved: Buy the Condo, Fund Retirement, Ignore the Inheritance

Homeownership can stabilize housing costs and reduce financial strain during retirement.
#retirement-savings
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago
US news

33% of Americans Think They Need $1.5Million+ to Retire, Yet 33% Have Under $50K Saved

Most Americans lack sufficient retirement savings; many expect $1.5 million while a large share have under $50,000, creating a growing retirement shortfall.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

What Retirement Really Looks Like With $3 Million in Savings

A $3 million retirement portfolio can provide a comfortable annual income of around $156,000, depending on various factors.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

What Retirement Really Looks Like With $3 Million in Savings

A $3 million retirement portfolio can provide a comfortable annual income of around $156,000, depending on various factors.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Policy turmoil, fiscal uncertainty cause retirement hesitation

Policy uncertainty significantly impacts economic activity and household financial decisions, particularly for near-retirees and retirees.
Retirement
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Our retirement system gets a C-plus; policymakers have an opportunity to make it A grade | Fortune

Reform is urgently needed in the U.S. retirement system to ensure adequate income for retirees amidst changing economic conditions.
#social-security-benefits
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Today, Some Retirees Get $4,873 a Month From Social Security While Others Get $1,200

Social Security benefits depend primarily on lifetime earnings and claiming age, with waiting until 70 producing 24% more than claiming at full retirement age, while early claiming at 62 reduces benefits by 30% permanently.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Today, Some Retirees Get $4,873 a Month From Social Security While Others Get $1,200

Social Security benefits depend primarily on lifetime earnings and claiming age, with waiting until 70 producing 24% more than claiming at full retirement age, while early claiming at 62 reduces benefits by 30% permanently.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Retirement planning faces longevity risk as Americans live longer

A 65-year-old man today can expect to live to 84 years old, while a 65-year-old woman can expect to live until 86. For plan sponsors and advisers, that translates into a potential distribution horizon of at least 20 to 30 years. Without incorporating realistic longevity assumptions into glide path design, withdrawal strategies and income solutions, participants face a heightened risk of outliving their savings.
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