Japan government pension fund explores bitcoin as investment
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Government pensions and social security
Biden says wealthy should pay ‘fair share’ to Social Security
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers his third State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on March 7, 2024. Shawn Thew | …
Why Social Security beneficiaries may owe more taxes on benefits
Alistair Berg | Digitalvision | Getty Images A record 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment helped Social Security beneficiaries stave off the effects of inflation in 2023. But as they file their federal …
How to know when to claim benefits
Majamitrovic | E+ | Getty Images How to find your Social Security full retirement age If you were born between 1943 and 1954, your full retirement age is 66. If …
Limiting retirement plan tax perks may help Social Security, experts say
Wand_prapan | Istock | Getty Images There’s no debate that Social Security’s funds — which are projected to become insolvent in the next decade — need fixing. But a new …
Here’s what happens to your Social Security benefits when you die
Tanya Constantine | Getty Images Once you start Social Security retirement benefits, you are generally guaranteed to receive monthly checks for life. But that will stop once you die — …
Early retirement is changing — here’s what to consider, according to the experts
Ascentxmedia | Istock | Getty Images Retiring early is a dream for many, but can often appear impossible unless you’ve made millions throughout your career. “Twenty years ago rates of …
The Netherlands named the best place to retire — here’s how other countries compare
Retirement income systems vary in different countries, and the U.S. does not come out on top. Klaus Vedfelt | Digitalvision | Getty Images Long-awaited retirement plans might include traveling to …
Struggles Faced by Americans with Car Loans
There are more than 275 million cars on the road in the U.S. But in recent years, car ownership has gotten more expensive than ever — due to the Covid-19 …
Only a mere 10% intend to delay Social Security claims until the age of 70
Maryviolet | Istock | Getty Images Research suggests it’s best to hold off on claiming Social Security retirement benefits until age 70, if possible, to get the biggest monthly payments …