Dr. Oz Is Confirmed to Lead Medicare and Medicaid. Here’s What He’s Said About the Programs So Far.
Congress recently confirmed President Donald Trump’s pick, Dr. Mehmet Oz, to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare and Medicaid provide healthcare insurance to an estimated 136 million Americans, with Medicare serving citizens 65 and older and Medicaid covering lower-income populations. The appointment comes as healthcare remains expensive and out of reach […]
Avoid These 7 Common Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Mistakes
If you’re making good use of tax-advantaged retirement accounts such as IRAs and 401(k)s, good for you! They can be powerful helpers as you save and invest for retirement. You need to be aware, though, that once you reach a certain age, some of those accounts will make you take Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). Here’s […]
Here Are the 6 Social Security Changes President Trump Has Made So Far in 2025
It’s pretty difficult to turn on the TV or even scroll through your social media feed these days without seeing some mention of President Donald Trump. Whether you voted for him or not, you probably want to stay informed about the changes he’s been making, especially if they will affect your finances. This is especially […]
How to Tell if You’re Ready to Start Collecting Social Security
Many of us are at least occasionally dreaming of retirement, looking forward to days when we won’t have to clock in and work for someone else — days when we can do more of what we want to do. If you’re counting down to your retirement and are looking forward to collecting Social Security benefits, […]
Dr. Oz Officially Confirmed as Head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Here’s What Retirees Need to Know So Far.
From TV star to powerful government official. That’s the path taken by President Donald Trump and his new administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) — Dr. Mehmet Oz. Oz was a heart surgeon and medical school professor for years. He achieved fame thanks to frequent appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show, […]
7 Essential Things to Know About Spousal Social Security Benefits
If your spouse (or ex-spouse) is still alive and is due to receive Social Security benefits, it pays to look into how much you could receive. Here, we’ll cover seven essential things you should know before filing for spousal Social Security benefits. 1. Basic eligibility rules To be eligible to collect spousal Social Security benefits, […]
Here’s How Social Security Benefits Are Calculated for Retirees
Social Security is a critical source of income for millions of retired workers. But very few Americans know exactly how their retirement benefit is calculated. While memorizing the process is unnecessary, simply understanding the steps involved can help retired workers make more informed financial decisions. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how Social Security benefits are […]
Retired and Worried About a Recession? Here’s What to Do
Today’s economic conditions are…unique, to say the least. Although unemployment is low, inflation remains stubbornly high. And recent tariff announcements have many Americans worried about a recession. One major concern in the context of recessions is an uptick in unemployment. If you’re retired already, that’s not something to worry about. Where to invest $1,000 right […]
