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Social Security Survivor Benefits: 10 Things Spouses Need to Know
By Andy Markowitz, AARP When you can apply, what you can receive, and more. Social Security was conceived as a guaranteed retirement...
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Aug 30, 20225 min read


The Lies We Tell Our Doctor
By Stacy Colino, AARP Fibbed about your drinking? Forgot to mention a certain herbal supplement? Why it's important to your health to...
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Aug 30, 20226 min read


Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills
Were you aware that starting Jan. 1, 2020, Washington state law protects you from surprise or balance billing if you receive emergency...
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Aug 9, 20221 min read


Capitulation?
By Mike Adams There are investors still sitting on the sidelines in cash waiting for the day of “Capitulation”. Capitulation is that time...
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Aug 9, 20223 min read


Prepare Yourself for a Long Retirement
We all want to live long lives. We all expect to live long lives. But are we financially prepared for this longevity? Before we get to...
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Aug 9, 20223 min read


10 Ways to Have a Better Colonoscopy
By Michelle Crouch, AARP July 2022 Tips to help make yours go as smoothly as possible.Let’s face it. No one looks forward to having a...
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Jul 12, 20227 min read


10 Surprisingly Valuable Collectibles Hiding in Your Home
By John Waggoner, AARP July 2022 Don't overlook these items when you're cleaning out your attic, garage or basement. If you're cleaning...
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Jul 12, 20225 min read


Surprising Things Your Fingernails Can Reveal About Your Health
By Rachel Nania, AARP july 2022 The condition of your nails can disclose a number of maladies, both serious and benign. Your fingernails...
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Jul 12, 20225 min read


When Can You Choose Retirement?
If you’re like most people, your work has been a central part of your life. So, wouldn’t it be nice to have the flexibility to decide...
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Jul 12, 20222 min read


6 Ways Your Cellphone Could be Hurting You
By Erica Lamberg, AARP June 2022 Your smartphone may be increasing your risk of falls, ‘text neck,’ sleep problems, obesity, eyestrain...
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Jul 10, 20224 min read


Walk to End Alzheimer's 2022
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest...
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Jul 10, 20224 min read


Planning a Strategic Path to a Lasting Legacy with First Federal Investment Services
By Whatcom Talk Investing is one of the top methods for developing and maintaining your wealth. Whether you’re just starting your career,...
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Jul 10, 20224 min read


Wall Street's Dirty Little Secret
By Mike Adams One of what I call my industry’s “dirty little secrets” is how analysts are paid. They are not fiduciaries and therefore do...
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Jul 10, 20225 min read


August is National MedicAlert Month
August has been designated MedicAlert Awareness Month, dedicated toward educating the public on the needs and uses of Medic Alert ID's....
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Jul 10, 20223 min read


Sex After 50
By Robin Westen, June 2022, AARP Top 10 Sex Ed tips for those 50 and older. Making love is about more than intimacy. It’s good for your...
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Jun 23, 20225 min read


5 Essentials to Keep in Your Medicine Cabinet After 50
By Rachel Nania, June 2022, AARP Plus, the over-the-counter drugs to avoid as you age. With aging come more ailments, aches and pains....
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Jun 23, 20226 min read


How to Keep Our Elderly Loved Ones Safe from Online Scams
Our elderly loved ones are some of the most precious people in our lives. Sadly though, seniors are also some of the most vulnerable,...
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Jun 23, 202213 min read


Whale of a Run
The 40th Annual Whale of a Run is an official Whaling Days Festival event. All proceeds and donations benefit Meals on Wheels Kitsap....
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Jun 23, 20224 min read


Strengthen your "three-legged stool" for Retirement
For many years, Americans provided for their retirement needs through three sources: employer-sponsored pension plans, Social Security...
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Jun 15, 20223 min read


Forecasting Folly
By Mike Adams There are not many of us around who remember “Black Monday”, October 19, 1987. It was the single largest percentage drop...
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May 17, 20227 min read
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