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"Why Dr. Oz Wants You to Retire Later" @washingtonpost.com wapo.st/4tvRPh2
Why Dr. Oz wants you to retire later
Mehmet Oz says Americans should get healthier so they can work an extra year and boost the economy. That’s hard for the poor and less educated, who tend to retire earlier.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:29 PM
"Why Dr. Oz Wants You to Retire Later" @washingtonpost.com wapo.st/4tvRPh2
Medicaid Coverage of Home Health Care is Growing: But Will the Trend Last?
Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten further expansion, as states could decide to reduce optional home and assisted living coverage to offset revenue shortfalls. bit.ly/4tf24pP
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Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten further expansion, as states could decide to reduce optional home and assisted living coverage to offset revenue shortfalls. bit.ly/4tf24pP
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February 5, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Medicaid Coverage of Home Health Care is Growing: But Will the Trend Last?
Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten further expansion, as states could decide to reduce optional home and assisted living coverage to offset revenue shortfalls. bit.ly/4tf24pP
#EconSky
Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten further expansion, as states could decide to reduce optional home and assisted living coverage to offset revenue shortfalls. bit.ly/4tf24pP
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What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how dementia impacts long-run household finances, Secure 2.0, and emergency savings and credit card debt. bit.ly/4sksnKC
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A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how dementia impacts long-run household finances, Secure 2.0, and emergency savings and credit card debt. bit.ly/4sksnKC
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February 4, 2026 at 6:39 PM
What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how dementia impacts long-run household finances, Secure 2.0, and emergency savings and credit card debt. bit.ly/4sksnKC
#EconSky
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how dementia impacts long-run household finances, Secure 2.0, and emergency savings and credit card debt. bit.ly/4sksnKC
#EconSky
How Much Does Health Spending Eat Away at Retirees’ Income? An Update
Even with Medicare coverage and ignoring long-term care, retirees face sizable costs for premiums, copays, and uncovered services bit.ly/3MiLDIi
#EconSky #Medicare
Even with Medicare coverage and ignoring long-term care, retirees face sizable costs for premiums, copays, and uncovered services bit.ly/3MiLDIi
#EconSky #Medicare
February 3, 2026 at 7:16 PM
How Much Does Health Spending Eat Away at Retirees’ Income? An Update
Even with Medicare coverage and ignoring long-term care, retirees face sizable costs for premiums, copays, and uncovered services bit.ly/3MiLDIi
#EconSky #Medicare
Even with Medicare coverage and ignoring long-term care, retirees face sizable costs for premiums, copays, and uncovered services bit.ly/3MiLDIi
#EconSky #Medicare
"Many U.S. households feel like they can’t get ahead financially — and they’re right" latest @marketwatch.com blog post by CRR senior advisor Alicia Munnell: on.mktw.net/4tcRobd
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Many U.S. households feel like they can’t get ahead financially — and they’re right
The top wealth holders outpace everyone else.
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February 2, 2026 at 7:51 PM
"Many U.S. households feel like they can’t get ahead financially — and they’re right" latest @marketwatch.com blog post by CRR senior advisor Alicia Munnell: on.mktw.net/4tcRobd
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Coming tomorrow...new CRR brief on how much health spending eats away at retirees’ income. -- Sign up to get a copy straight to your inbox! bit.ly/2t9MO0t
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February 2, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Coming tomorrow...new CRR brief on how much health spending eats away at retirees’ income. -- Sign up to get a copy straight to your inbox! bit.ly/2t9MO0t
"Older Homeowners Make Less Money When Selling. Here's What They Can Do About It" bit.ly/3Z8yULe
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Older Homeowners Make Less Money When Selling. Here's What They Can Do About It
"Even when a home has been well-loved, if it's dated, it can have a bigger impact on the buyer's perception and pricing," says one expert.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:21 PM
"Older Homeowners Make Less Money When Selling. Here's What They Can Do About It" bit.ly/3Z8yULe
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"Higher Medicare premiums will eat up more than 25% of Social Security’s COLA" latest MarketWatch blog post by CRR senior advisor Alicia Munnell: on.mktw.net/462zM7S
#Medicare #SocialSecurity
#Medicare #SocialSecurity
Higher Medicare premiums will eat up more than 25% of Social Security’s COLA
Too much of our national and personal resources are being used to pay for healthcare.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:54 PM
"Higher Medicare premiums will eat up more than 25% of Social Security’s COLA" latest MarketWatch blog post by CRR senior advisor Alicia Munnell: on.mktw.net/462zM7S
#Medicare #SocialSecurity
#Medicare #SocialSecurity
"Marriage can be great for your finances — but avoid these 3 mistakes" latest MarketWatch blog post by CRR research fellow Geoffrey Sanzenbacher: on.mktw.net/4sY4j0F
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Marriage can be great for your finances — but avoid these 3 mistakes
What can go wrong? Being in a couple complicates your decision-making.
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January 27, 2026 at 2:37 PM
"Marriage can be great for your finances — but avoid these 3 mistakes" latest MarketWatch blog post by CRR research fellow Geoffrey Sanzenbacher: on.mktw.net/4sY4j0F
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"For Many, Starting to Draw Social Security Doesn’t Mean Stopping Work, Study Finds" bit.ly/3ZuQcSM
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For Many, Starting to Draw Social Security Doesn’t Mean Stopping Work, Study Finds
While starting to draw Social Security benefits commonly is viewed as something done at the end of a working career, that is not the case for about
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January 23, 2026 at 9:22 PM
"For Many, Starting to Draw Social Security Doesn’t Mean Stopping Work, Study Finds" bit.ly/3ZuQcSM
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New Tax Break for Seniors
A new deduction from the recently passed tax bill will slightly worsen Social Security's finances as it reduces taxes for many filers ages 65+. bit.ly/49wKNAA
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A new deduction from the recently passed tax bill will slightly worsen Social Security's finances as it reduces taxes for many filers ages 65+. bit.ly/49wKNAA
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January 22, 2026 at 2:41 PM
New Tax Break for Seniors
A new deduction from the recently passed tax bill will slightly worsen Social Security's finances as it reduces taxes for many filers ages 65+. bit.ly/49wKNAA
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A new deduction from the recently passed tax bill will slightly worsen Social Security's finances as it reduces taxes for many filers ages 65+. bit.ly/49wKNAA
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What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s #retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
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A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s #retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
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What We’re Reading Now
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January 21, 2026 at 8:13 PM
What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s #retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
#EconSky
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s #retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
#EconSky
What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
#EconSky
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
#EconSky
January 21, 2026 at 3:06 PM
What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
#EconSky
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on the effects of inheritance on income and earnings, Australia’s retirement system, and a starter guide to senior housing options.
bit.ly/3XMroF6
#EconSky
Why Do Older People Get Lower Returns on Their Homes?
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
New CRR Brief: bit.ly/49PzylD
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
New CRR Brief: bit.ly/49PzylD
Why Do Older People Get Lower Returns on Their Homes?
Introduction For most Americans, the vast majority of their wealth comes from their home, through paying down the mortgage and enjoying price appreciation. As a result, buying and selling a home are the most significant financial decisions that families face over their lifetimes.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Why Do Older People Get Lower Returns on Their Homes?
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
New CRR Brief: bit.ly/49PzylD
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
New CRR Brief: bit.ly/49PzylD
New CRR Brief: "Why Do Older People Get Lower Returns on Their Homes?"
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
bit.ly/49PzylD
#EconSky
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
bit.ly/49PzylD
#EconSky
Why Do Older People Get Lower Returns on Their Homes?
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January 20, 2026 at 2:36 PM
New CRR Brief: "Why Do Older People Get Lower Returns on Their Homes?"
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
bit.ly/49PzylD
#EconSky
Older sellers receive lower returns because: 1) their homes have poorer upkeep; and 2) they more often sell on private listings and sell to investors.
bit.ly/49PzylD
#EconSky
Our Highlights from 2025 and Coming Attractions for 2026 bit.ly/4jKCDYQ
January 16, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Our Highlights from 2025 and Coming Attractions for 2026 bit.ly/4jKCDYQ
"Retirees Face Steady Stream of Financial Shocks, with Many Short on Cash Buffers" bit.ly/4qQs1tA
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Retirees face steady stream of financial shocks, with many short on cash buffers
Nearly two decades of data show retired households face frequent “rainy day,” family and health shocks, often without enough liquid savings to cover even a single year.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:53 PM
"Retirees Face Steady Stream of Financial Shocks, with Many Short on Cash Buffers" bit.ly/4qQs1tA
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Nominations are now open for @businessinsider.com's first Rising Stars of Longevity list. The list will highlight people of all ages doing impactful work in the longevity space. Nominate someone and learn more here: bit.ly/4qM9Ntb
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Business Insider wants your nominations for its Rising Stars of Longevity 2026
Who are the most impactful scientists, venture capitalists, and leaders in the longevity space right now? We want to hear from you!
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January 13, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Nominations are now open for @businessinsider.com's first Rising Stars of Longevity list. The list will highlight people of all ages doing impactful work in the longevity space. Nominate someone and learn more here: bit.ly/4qM9Ntb
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Applications are open for the 2026 National Academy of Social Insurance Summer Internship Program. This program offers outstanding graduate and undergraduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in social insurance policy.
Learn more: bit.ly/4btHN9i
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Learn more: bit.ly/4btHN9i
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January 12, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Applications are open for the 2026 National Academy of Social Insurance Summer Internship Program. This program offers outstanding graduate and undergraduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in social insurance policy.
Learn more: bit.ly/4btHN9i
#EconSky
Learn more: bit.ly/4btHN9i
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"Why Does Australia’s Retirement System Outrank America’s?" latest @marketwatch.com blog post by CRR senior advisor Alicia Munnell: #[on.mktw.net/4qeihcU
January 8, 2026 at 7:41 PM
"Why Does Australia’s Retirement System Outrank America’s?" latest @marketwatch.com blog post by CRR senior advisor Alicia Munnell: #[on.mktw.net/4qeihcU
Two recent reports on family caregivers capture the size and nature of caregiving activity.
The duration of caregiving ranges considerably with a quarter having provided care for less than half a year and 15 percent for 10 or more years. bit.ly/4qcCWxO
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The duration of caregiving ranges considerably with a quarter having provided care for less than half a year and 15 percent for 10 or more years. bit.ly/4qcCWxO
#EconSky
January 8, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Two recent reports on family caregivers capture the size and nature of caregiving activity.
The duration of caregiving ranges considerably with a quarter having provided care for less than half a year and 15 percent for 10 or more years. bit.ly/4qcCWxO
#EconSky
The duration of caregiving ranges considerably with a quarter having provided care for less than half a year and 15 percent for 10 or more years. bit.ly/4qcCWxO
#EconSky
Two recent reports on family caregivers capture the size and nature of caregiving activity. bit.ly/4qcCWxO
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Family Caregivers: How Many and Who Are They?
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January 8, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Two recent reports on family caregivers capture the size and nature of caregiving activity. bit.ly/4qcCWxO
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What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how affordability has changed what we buy, if stocks are a better bet than Social Security, and how households respond to the expanded eligibility of HSAs. bit.ly/4sksnKC
#EconSky
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how affordability has changed what we buy, if stocks are a better bet than Social Security, and how households respond to the expanded eligibility of HSAs. bit.ly/4sksnKC
#EconSky
January 7, 2026 at 3:59 PM
What We’re Reading Now
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how affordability has changed what we buy, if stocks are a better bet than Social Security, and how households respond to the expanded eligibility of HSAs. bit.ly/4sksnKC
#EconSky
A hand-picked list of recommendations from CRR researchers. Featuring articles on how affordability has changed what we buy, if stocks are a better bet than Social Security, and how households respond to the expanded eligibility of HSAs. bit.ly/4sksnKC
#EconSky
Unexpected expenses could be a source of financial stress for which many retirees are unprepared.
Our results show that the typical retired household spends 10 percent of income on unexpected expenses in a normal year. bit.ly/4jqpvYN
Our results show that the typical retired household spends 10 percent of income on unexpected expenses in a normal year. bit.ly/4jqpvYN
January 6, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Unexpected expenses could be a source of financial stress for which many retirees are unprepared.
Our results show that the typical retired household spends 10 percent of income on unexpected expenses in a normal year. bit.ly/4jqpvYN
Our results show that the typical retired household spends 10 percent of income on unexpected expenses in a normal year. bit.ly/4jqpvYN
New CRR Brief: "How Much Are Emergency Expenses for Retirees and Are They Prepared?" #[bit.ly/4jqpvYN @aarp.org
January 6, 2026 at 4:01 PM
New CRR Brief: "How Much Are Emergency Expenses for Retirees and Are They Prepared?" #[bit.ly/4jqpvYN @aarp.org