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2027 Social Security COLA: What it means for your retirement budget.

2027 Social Security COLA: What it means for your retirement budget.

2027 Social Security COLA: What it means for your retirement budget.Jeff Gove
Published on: 22/10/2026

Jeff Gove explains what the 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could mean for your retirement budget, including how Medicare premiums may affect your benefit payment and why reviewing your overall income plan matters.

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Is “I’ll Just Work Longer” Really a Retirement Plan?

Is “I’ll Just Work Longer” Really a Retirement Plan?

Is “I’ll Just Work Longer” Really a Retirement Plan?Tim Kulhanek
Published on: 08/09/2026

If the market doesn't cooperate, inflation increases expenses or retirement savings aren't quite where you'd hoped, the solution may seem straightforward: I'll just keep working. But what happens if that decision isn't entirely yours?

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The Hidden Cost of Comparing Your Financial Life to Everyone Else’s

The Hidden Cost of Comparing Your Financial Life to Everyone Else’s

The Hidden Cost of Comparing Your Financial Life to Everyone Else’sZach Vancas
Published on: 21/05/2026

Social media has changed many things about modern life. Including how people think about money, retirement, and success.

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Understanding “Safe” Money in Retirement: Risks Beyond Market Volatility

Understanding “Safe” Money in Retirement: Risks Beyond Market Volatility

Understanding “Safe” Money in Retirement: Risks Beyond Market VolatilityJeff Gove
Published on: 13/05/2026

Conversations about financial risk can often focus on stock market volatility, but there are several additional risks that can impact retirement planning, including inflation, taxation, healthcare expenses, and wealth transfer strategies.

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