Articles by Sarah:

Celebrating Older Americans Month: Steps to Support Independence in Retirement

Each May, Older Americans Month recognizes the contributions, resilience, and well-being of older...

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Can You Be Denied a Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan?

If you’re worried about the out‑of‑pocket costs of Original Medicare, you may be considering a...

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Life Insurance Riders Explained: What They Are and Which Ones May Be Worth It

When you buy a life insurance policy, you’re not just choosing a death benefit. You may also have the...

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What Is Tax-Efficient Investing—and Is It Right for Your Retirement Plan?

Tax-efficient investing is a strategy that aims to reduce, delay, or better manage taxes tied to...

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How to Manage Taxes in Retirement: 4 Smart Strategies

Unfortunately, taxes don’t disappear when you retire. Most retirees continue to generate income, and...

A retired couple works on their taxes and reviews tax documents in their kitchen.

2026 Retirement Trends: Key Tips for Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers

Retirement has been a hot topic lately as Americans navigate continued economic uncertainty and...

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How Tariffs Could Impact the 2025 Holiday Season—and How to Navigate Them

Tariffs—taxes placed on imported goods—are shaping this year’s holiday shopping season. Here’s...

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Is Substitute Teaching the Perfect “Unretirement” Job for You?

Retirement doesn’t always mean stepping away from work forever. In fact, as many as 1.5 million...

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10 Retirement Income Streams Beyond Traditional Investments

Planning for a financially secure retirement often requires a bit of creativity. The average American...

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Digital Transformation in Retirement Planning and Wealth Management

Do you remember the days when managing your retirement and investment accounts meant endless phone...

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