Retirement

SECURE 2.0 created a supercharged catch-up contribution window for workers aged 60 to 63. In 2026, this four-year window lets you contribute up to $35,250 to your 401(k). Here is how to use it.

How the SSA turns your work history into a monthly check — earnings indexing (AWI), the 35 highest-earning years, the progressive bend-point formula, and how your claiming age changes the result.

Social Security benefits increased 2.5% in 2026. Here is what that means for your monthly check, how Medicare Part B premiums affect the net gain, and when to think about delaying benefits.

At 59½, the 10% penalty disappears. But you still owe income tax on every dollar you withdraw. Here is how to do it smart.

The 2026 IRA contribution limit is $7,000 with a $1,000 catch-up at 50+. Here are the income limits, rules, and strategies.