Applying early stunts your benefit for life. The longer you live, the more likely you are to run through your other savings, so a maximized Social Security benefit is the ultimate longevity insurance.

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Trump’s 2025 tax law offers four major deductions, but missteps on AGI impact, paperwork, eligibility, and withholding can erase potential savings.

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Retirees whose income exceeds a certain threshold face federal income taxes on their Social Security benefits. But the tax obligations don't stop there for everyone. In some places, you might also owe ...

Issuing a paper check costs about 50 cents, according to the Treasury Department. The cost drops down to less than 15 cents per electronic transfer. Tax law experts note that those who could struggle ...