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18 Attorneys General Warn Federal Crypto Bill Could Weaken State Fraud Protections
Eighteen attorneys general are urging Congress to change or reject the CLARITY Act, arguing that the federal cryptocurrency legislation could…
That Prescription Is Moving to a Different Tier Next Year — What Could It Cost?
Medicare Part D plans can move prescriptions between cost-sharing tiers, potentially changing what beneficiaries pay even when they continue taking…
Should Retirees Keep Paying for Life Insurance After the Mortgage Is Gone?
Paying off a mortgage can reduce the amount of life insurance retirees need, but surviving-spouse income, dependents, final expenses and…
Widowed and Still Working? This Social Security Rule Can Be Especially Confusing
Widows and widowers can continue working while receiving Social Security survivor benefits, but earnings above the annual limit can cause…
HHS Adds $1.08 Million to Expand Mental Health Training and Resources for Older Adults
HHS is adding more than $1 million to the BRIDGES for Older Adults project, which trains professionals and community organizations…
Is $5,000 Enough for a Retirement Emergency Fund? Run These 5 Expenses First
A $5,000 retirement emergency fund can disappear quickly when an unexpected medical bill, home repair, car problem or insurance deductible…
What Happens to Medicare When a Retiree Moves to Another State?
Moving to another state doesn’t cancel Original Medicare, but retirees with Medicare Advantage, Part D or Medigap coverage may have…
A $2,071 Social Security Check Sounds Livable — Until These 6 Bills Come Out First
A $2,071 monthly Social Security benefit may sound manageable until Medicare, housing, utilities, food, transportation, and other healthcare expenses begin…
The Car Is Paid Off at Retirement — How Much Should Still Be Budgeted for Driving?
A paid-off car can eliminate a monthly loan payment in retirement, but insurance, fuel, maintenance, registration, repairs, and eventual replacement…
Social Security Withheld Benefits Because You Worked Too Much — Here’s What Happens to That Money Later
People who claim Social Security before full retirement age can have benefits withheld when their earnings exceed the annual limit.…
