November 30, 2020
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Medicare Open Enrollment Is Complicated. Here’s How to Get Good Advice: For all its complexity and nearly endless options, Medicare fundamentally boils down to two choices: traditional fee-for-service or the managed care approach of Medicare Advantage. The right choice for you depends on your financial wherewithal and current health status, and on future health scenarios that are often difficult to foresee. Kaiser Health News, Nov. 24.
5 Healthcare Expenses Medicare Just Won't Cover: Medicare provides insurance for retirees. But while it can help shield you from some of the costs of medical services in your later years, it definitely won't pay for all of the healthcare you're likely to need throughout your retirement. The Motley Fool, Nov. 23.
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How to Manage Holiday Spending in Retirement: Retirees may be facing a different-looking holiday this year, with changes that include canceled trips or smaller gatherings. These shifts can also have a money-related impact. For retirees on a fixed income, it may be helpful to set up a financial strategy that aligns with the holiday activities in 2020. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 25.
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Your Guide to Roth Conversions: Converting a traditional IRA to a Roth can shield your retirement savings from future tax increases, but there are pitfalls and trapdoors, too. Kiplinger, Nov. 24.
Retirees, Declutter for a Profit: There are a surprising number of online sites to sell your unwanted or little used items to make some serious side money and downsize your stash. Kiplinger, Nov. 23.
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The Tax Rules for Home Businesses and Working from Home: Maybe, due to the pandemic, you've started a home business this year or have been working from home as an employee. If so, you'll want to understand the tax rules so you know what you can and can't write off on your 2020 tax return. Next Avenue, Nov. 23.
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The 10 Best Places to Retire in America: Does your ideal retirement include hours at the beach, challenging hikes or tennis matches? Maybe you want to enroll in writing classes, volunteer or finally get to some art museums. Whatever you’re dreaming of, the first question to ask is: Where should I live? Money, Nov. 24.
The Best Places to Retire in Florida: Florida's sunny beaches and pleasant winters have long drawn retirees who spent their working years in colder climes. These Florida cities have mild winters, beautiful beaches and affordable housing. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 23.
The Best Places to Retire in California: Spend your retirement years enjoying Pacific Ocean sunsets and ancient forests, if you can cope with the exorbitant housing costs. U.S. News & World Report, Nov. 23.
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