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from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Legal Defense: 2 Ways Retirees Can Avoid the Looming 2026 Social Security Garnishment

For most retirees, Social Security benefits are an essential income source. In fact, Nationwide's research revealed that over half of all U.S. adults who are either receiving Social Security already or who expect to receive benefits would not be able to financially survive missing even half of a monthly benefit check. Obviously, this means Americans are very dependent on this source of retirement funds.
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Dual Enrollees Beware: Medicare's 2026 Premium Hike Delivers Bad News for Social Security Budgets

Rising Medicare premiums and cost increases in 2026 risk offsetting the 2.8% Social Security COLA, leaving many retirees with little real income gain.
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fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Autumn Budget may deter people from renovating their homes, expert warns

A Mansion Tax from 2028 and related levies will discourage renovations, raise costs for high-value homeowners, and increase pressure on retirees through long-term tax implications.
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from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Why Millions Could Lose Out on Social Security COLA Adjustments Next Year

A 2.8% 2026 COLA modestly raises average Social Security benefits, but rising Medicare premiums, healthcare, and housing costs risk leaving many retirees worse off.
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