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Should I Buy a $3M Annuity So I Never Worry About Money Again?
Dear Penny, Please help me evaluate a tantalizing temptation. I am a 58-year-old single gay white male college graduate with…
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Everything You Need to Know
If your 65th birthday is approaching, it’s time to talk about Medicare. You know it kicks in when you turn…
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Should I Retire, Even if My Wife Is Vehemently Opposed?
Dear Penny, I’ve worked hard for 32 years since college to build a good career and save money. I’m in…
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Is My Wife Lying About Her $100K Inheritance?
Dear Penny, When my mother-in-law passed away, my wife received $100,000, which she deposited in a credit union under her…
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Why Can’t I Claim My Dead Husband’s Social Security?
Dear Penny, Â My husband passed away two years ago. This year, I turned 60 and was under the impression I…
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What Is a Medicare Savings Program and How Do You Apply?
Medicare isn’t cheap and it doesn’t cover all your health care costs. The standard Part B premium — which pays…
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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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