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How the Inflation Reduction Act Impacts Medicare Drug Prices
President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law on Aug. 16, approving a sweeping legislative package aimed…
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Do I Get My Ex’s Social Security if He Worked Under the Table?
Dear Penny, My ex-husband obviously only had jobs that paid him in cash or under the table since our divorce…
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How to Save Money on Prescriptions in Retirement
Health care costs are a big expense in retirement — and prescription drugs often top the list. About 5.8 million…
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What to Keep, Sell, Donate and Toss
Cleaning out a home is a major undertaking. The sheer amount of stuff can be overwhelming. Whether you’re moving to…
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How Inflation Could Lead to Surprise Tax Bills for Retirees
There’s been rumblings about retirees on Social Security possibly paying higher taxes in 2023 and 2024 due to inflation. But…
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Does SSDI Stop When You Become Eligible for Social Security?
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you’ve probably worried at some point about losing benefits. After all, the…
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Am I Selfish if I Don’t Split My Inheritance With My Husband?
Dear Penny, I inherited a large amount of money and half of a house from a maternal relative. There are…
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Can I Possibly Hope to Retire if I’m 45 With Only $55K Saved?
Dear Penny, I have been working since the age of 14. I am now 45 with two (almost) adults, living…
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I’m 75 With $235K of Student Loans. Should I Default?
Dear Penny, I am 75, and my husband is 83. I have been paying on my student loans for 16…
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Amplify Insurance Gets You the Life Insurance that Wealthy People Get
Maybe you’ve thought about getting life insurance to protect your family in case something happens to you. But you haven’t…
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