Experts Marcia Mantell and Elizabeth Miller discuss retirement planning for women of all ages, addressing unique challenges and offering actionable financial advice.

Social Security Survivor Benefits: Timing Strategies After Early Retirement
Understand how early retirement impacts survivor benefits. Learn if your spouse’s reduced Social Security at 63 will affect their future widow/widower’s benefits after your death.

Social Security Says Reports of Permanently Closing Field Offices Are False
The Social Security Administration explains its 2025 activities to date.

Retiring Overseas? Here’s What You Need to Know About Banking and Social Security
Now that all payments are electronically distributed, managing Social Security while living abroad requires a little more thought. Here’s everything you need to know about retiring as a U.S. expat.

Arkansas Retirement: Affordable Living & Tax Benefits in 2025
Arkansas is a top retirement destination in 2025. Explore low housing costs, property tax credits, Social Security exemptions and other financial advantages for seniors.

Musk, DOGE Claim They’ll Stop Health Care Fraud in Medicare and Medicaid
But Trump’s been allowing the CMS scammers to walk free, according to this new KFF Health News investigation.

Social Security Dumps DOGE Phone Service Cuts
According to an internal memo obtained by The Washington Post, Elon Musk’s DOGE plans to eliminate phone service for most of the Social Security Administration’s claims operations have been killed.

‘Just a Mess’: Staff Cuts, Rushed Changes and Anxiety at Social Security
President Trump promised not to touch Social Security, but as Elon Musk’s DOGE team trims staff and plans cuts to phone services, The New York Times reports the system is groaning under the pressure.

Maine Retirement Taxes: Income, Property & Estate
With its stunning landscapes and numerous tax benefits, Maine has become a top destination for retirees seeking a high quality of life.

How Are Social Security Benefits Taxed? A Comprehensive Guide
Learn how to minimize the taxes you pay on your Social Security benefits. This article explores strategies for reducing provisional income, including timing income events, and the impact of Roth IRA conversions.

