Turning 50 in 2026? 2 Things You Need to Know

Key Points It's a good idea to assess your finances once you turn 50. You're allowed to start making catch-up contributions in an IRA or 401(k). It's important to start thinking about long-term care insurance. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Turning 50 is a pretty big deal. Sure, it means you're getting a bit older and make have a few more grays than you'd like to acknowledge. But it also means you're getting wiser and, ideally, more financially savvy. With t ...