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Last Updated: Aug 25, 2025 01:37PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

What the new $6,000 senior tax break means

Aug 25, 2025 01:37PM

Seniors gain a new $6,000 tax deduction in 2025. Learn eligibility rules and income limits.

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Farewell to the penny: end of an era

Aug 25, 2025 11:54AM ● By Rhonda Wray

The penny is disappearing. Discover its history, value and what life without pennies could look like.

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“Free lunch” or financial trap? Investment scams that target seniors

Jul 31, 2025 11:06AM ● By Mary Speer

Scammers often target older adults with high-risk investment schemes. Learn how to spot common scams, protect your savings and report fraud before it’s too late.

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Slashing support for seniors is not beautiful

Jul 24, 2025 03:58PM ● By Ramsey Alwin, President and CEO, National Council on Aging

The NCOA calls out a proposed bill that would harm seniors by ending Medicaid expansion and restricting food aid.

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Explore the history of money with free admission for military members

Jun 04, 2025 12:00PM

Discover the history of money with free entry for active-duty military and families at the Money Museum.

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Gold scams: What glitters may be gone in a flash

Jun 03, 2025 03:36PM

Seniors are losing millions to gold scams. Learn how scammers use fear and fake officials to steal your savings—and how to stop them.

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Why you should teach your grandkids to invest

May 07, 2025 03:55PM ● By Glenn Mollette

Give your grandkids more than advice—teach them to invest early and secure their future with the power of compound growth.

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Death and taxes: What you need to know to protect your heirs

May 07, 2025 02:48PM ● By Jennifer Spitz

Understand the key taxes that may apply after death and discover smart planning strategies to reduce the financial burden on your loved ones.

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Is check writing still safe? What to know about check fraud

Apr 01, 2025 09:12PM ● By Mary Speer

Check fraud cost Americans $21 billion in 2023. Learn how to protect yourself with these simple tips.

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Smart Money moves to make in your 50s, 60s and 70s

Apr 01, 2025 01:00PM ● By Rhonda Wray

Maximize savings, reduce taxes and plan for retirement with these smart financial tips for your 50s, 60s and 70s—plus key Social Security, Medicare and RMD milestones to know.

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Scammers pose as IRS: Watch for these red flags in fake tax emails

Mar 06, 2025 03:57PM ● By Mary Speer, Grand Junction Police Department

Fake IRS emails are flooding inboxes this tax season. Learn how to spot scams, avoid phishing traps and keep your personal and financial information safe.

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Who will care for you? Planning for guardianship & conservatorship

Jan 30, 2025 01:58PM ● By Tricia Ryndak Rohleder

Free training offers lifeline for first-time guardians

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