WalletHub says these are the best states for retirees in 2026
According to WalletHub, the best states tend to combine low taxes with manageable living costs and strong support systems for older adults.
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Gen X investors are confident, but they often lack formal retirement plans
Forty percent of Gen Xers said they do not have a formal written financial plan. Among those who do, half created the plan independently.
Onity Group raises $200M in debt, reports strong estimated Q4 earnings
Onity Group raised $200 million in debt, surpassing its $150 million target, and estimates Q4 net income of $107 million to $131 million.
Senior home equity surges to record $14.7T
An estimated 2% increase in home values added about $295.4 billion in senior housing equity during the third quarter of 2025.
New deduction may lower seniors’ Social Security tax burden
For some retirees, the change could eliminate federal income taxes entirely, although many were already exempt from Social Security taxes.
Long-term care advocates speak out on regulatory rollbacks
Recent changes reverse years of advocacy efforts and are expected to affect care delivery for millions of older Americans.
Senior home sellers take a hit on profits
Researchers found that sellers in their 70s and beyond consistently earn lower sales proceeds than younger homeowners.
Ohio lawmakers push for senior foreclosure protection
Ohio ranked No. 6 among states for highest foreclosure rates in October 2025, with one in every 3,079 homes receiving a foreclosure filing.
Proprietary reverse mortgage market share continues to climb
New View Advisors, which released its initial quarterly index at the end of October, estimated that private-label loans started 2025 with a market share of about 30%. Based on volume in December, that figure grew to represent 45% of originations.
Home care crisis drives innovation for aging in place
Despite increasing demand, the sector struggles with low wages, high turnover and limited benefits, leaving families and patients scrambling.