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401(K) Plan

A deferred compensation retirement savings arrangement in which employers withhold a portion of their employees' pretax wages and invest them in a plan where they may earn income, tax-free, until the employee withdraws the money.
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ERISA Disability Benefits Applications: 6 Common Mistakes

Increase your chance of getting ERISA group disability benefits by avoiding these common mistakes.
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File for Social Security Benefits

You can file a claim for Social Security benefits at your local Social Security office, by phone, or through the Social Security Administration's website (www.ssa.gov).
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Getting Your Retirement Money Early Without Penalty

If you need to dip into a retirement account whether it's a 401(k), IRA, or something else before you retire, you will likely pay a penalty. However, there are a few ways to avoid the penalty.
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Helping Seniors Manage Money and Finances

Many people worry about the ability of aging parents and other loved ones to handle money and financial affairs.
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How Beneficiaries Can Claim Life Insurance and Social Security Benefits

Beneficiaries need to know how to collect life insurance and Social Security payments that belonged to the deceased; the executor of the estate doesn't usually handle this task.
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How Does an Addiction to Prescribed Narcotics Affect Disability Benefits?

This is a complex question to answer because while Social Security does consider prescription drug abuse to be a substance abuse disorder, Social Security will not treat an addiction to prescription drugs in the same way as it treats an addiction to illicit drugs
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How Much Money Will You Need When You Retire?

Figure out how much annual income you'll need during retirement it may be less than you think.
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How to Invest Wisely for Retirement

There are hundreds of ways to invest for retirement. Sales pitches from stock brokers abound, as do articles and websites devoted to retirement investments, many written or sponsored by companies that sell investment products
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How to Live Below Your Means During Retirement

Whether you are retired or planning to retire, working to spend less and live below your means will help keep more of your money invested and working for you. It takes discipline to Live Below Your Means.
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Medicare and Medicaid: Whats the Difference?

Medicare and Medicaid are very different. Medicaid is a federal program for low-income, financially needy people, set up by the federal government and administered differently in each state.
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Medicare FAQ

Learn about Medicare eligibility and coverage.
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Medicare Managed Care: Choosing a Plan

Choose a Medicare managed care plan that meets your needs.
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Medigap: Covering the Gaps in Medicare

Medigap insurance helps fill the gaps in Medicare coverage.
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Plan For a Healthy Retirement

A healthy retiree is a happy retiree. Here's what you can do now to improve your health in retirement.
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Retirement Plan FAQ

Quick answers to common questions about retirement plans, including 401(k) plans, IRAs, Keoghs and SEPs.
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Retirement Plan Myths

Learn the facts about retirement plans including withdrawals, distributions, beneficiaries, and rollovers.
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Retirement Planning and the Big Picture

When planning for retirement, money may not be the most important consideration.
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Retirement Plans for the Self-Employed

Create your own retirement plan if you work for yourself.
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Saving for Retirement: The Basics for Those Getting Started

If you're just starting out in the workforce, it's time to start thinking about saving for retirement.
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Social Security Benefits: Will They Be There When You Retire?

The uncertain future of Social Security benefits could impact your retirement plans.
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Social Security Disability: Appealing Denied Claims

How to appeal a denied SSDI disability claim.
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Social Security Disability: Deciding Whether to Appeal a Denied Claim

Should you appeal a denial of SSDI disability benefits
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Social Security Disability: Eight Reasons You May Be Denied Benefits

Will your claim for SSDI disability benefits be denied?
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Social Security Disability: Five Levels of Appeal

To appeal a denial of Social Security disability (SSDI) benefits, you'll need to follow the instructions included in your notice of denial from the Social Security Administration (SSA).
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Social Security Disability: How SSDI Claims Are Decided

The five steps in the disability determination for SSDI benefit claims.
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Social Security FAQ

Learn about eligibility for Social Security benefits whether you are eligible, when you can collect them, and how much you will receive.
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Social Security: Checking Your Earnings and Benefits

Find out your estimated Social Security benefits.
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Social Security: How to Appeal Denied Claims

How to appeal if your application for Social Securitybenefits is denied.
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What Will You Do When You Retire?

Plan to lead an interesting and rewarding life after retirement.
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When Social Security Will Deny You Disability Because Your Past Job Skills Are Transferable

If your past work was considered skilled or semiskilled, you're applying for disability benefits, you should understand how having transferable skills could impact your chances of a successful disability claim.
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Your Retirement Plan in Bankruptcy

How will bankruptcy affect your 401(k), IRA, pension, and other retirement plans?
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