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Social Security COLA 2027: What the 3.6% Raise Means for Your Retirement Plan
Social Security is going up 3.6% in 2027. Here’s what that really means for your check, why Medicare and taxes…
Medicare Open Enrollment 2027: A Retiree’s Checklist Before December 7
Medicare Open Enrollment runs through December 7, 2026. Learn what is changing in 2027 and use a 7-step checklist to…
What Types of Income Can You Use in Retirement to Support Yourself?
Retirement changes where your paycheck comes from. Instead of relying mainly on employment income, you may need to coordinate Social…
Social Security Optimization for Married Couples
Are you leaving money on the table? Learn how to coordinate benefit timelines, leverage survivor security rules, and optimize your…
The Longevity Risk: Preparing for a 30-Year Retirement
With average life expectancies rising, structuring sustainable cash flows is more critical than ever. Explore asset protection and lifestyle budgeting…
Understanding RMDs in 2026: Key Changes & Deadlines
Required Minimum Distributions have evolved. Learn about the updated age thresholds, withdrawal rules, and how to coordinate payouts to mitigate…
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Explore asset allocation, diversification, market volatility, investment risk and the importance of aligning a portfolio with personal objectives.
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Explore beneficiary designations, account ownership, charitable goals and ways to coordinate financial resources with an estate plan.
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Retirement Income
Understand how Social Security, pensions, retirement accounts, savings, investments and applicable insurance products may contribute to retirement income.
No income strategy can eliminate every risk or guarantee that assets will last throughout retirement.
Insurance & Annuities
Understand general insurance and annuity features, costs, limitations, surrender provisions and how selected products may fit within a broader financial strategy.
Insurance products are not suitable for everyone. Guarantees are subject to the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing company.
Tax-Aware Planning
Explore general considerations involving retirement withdrawals, required minimum distributions, investment gains and Social Security taxation.
EFC does not provide tax advice. Consult an appropriately qualified tax professional regarding your circumstances.
Women and Wealth
Read about investing, retirement planning, longevity, healthcare, caregiving and financial decisions during major life transitions.
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