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Retirees, a Rich Life Does Not Require Spending More Money
Spending is a poor proxy for enjoyment and life satisfaction. The best things in life are nearly free. Don’t worry whether you’re “underspending.”
2024 2025 401k 403b 457 IRA FSA HSA Contribution Limits
The contribution and income limits for workplace retirement plans, Traditional and Roth IRA, FSA, and HSA will go up in 2025 to adjust for inflation.
Roll Over an Unnecessarily Complicated SIMPLE IRA
A SIMPLE IRA through a small employer is often set up with an expensive broker. Roll it over to a Traditional IRA after two years.
Follow This Rule to Avoid Getting Your Account Restricted for Fraud
Check deposits and ACH pulls increase the chances to get your account restricted.
2024 2025 Tax Brackets, Standard Deduction, Capital Gains, QCD
The tax brackets, standard deduction, and the capital gains tax cutoff point for single and married filing jointly filing statuses will go up in 2025.
2024 2025 2026 Medicare Part B IRMAA Premium MAGI Brackets
You pay higher Medicare Part B and Part D premiums if your income exceeds certain thresholds. Here are the IRMAA income brackets for 2024, 2025, and 2026.
2024 2025 Cap on Paying Back ACA Health Insurance Subsidy
You must pay back some of the ACA health insurance subsidy when your income is higher than estimated. See when you may benefit from the repayment cap.
How to Keep a Google Voice Number Permanent for 2FA
I use a Google Voice number for 2FA in all my financial accounts. Making the Google Voice number permanent puts it securely under my control.
2025 Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
We project the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits next year under different scenarios. Retirees are better off with a lower COLA.