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    Detroit Retirement News —
    What Changes. What It Means. What to Do.

    Janine Davis monitors all six pillars of retirement planning every week and brings Metro Detroit retirees — auto industry workers, public sector employees, and pre-retirees in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties — the news that actually matters.

    New This Week — Tuesday, April 22
    April 22, 2026

    Medicare Part B Premiums Rise in 2026 — What Metro Detroit Retirees Need to Know

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services confirmed higher Part B premiums for 2026. We break down the new numbers and what they mean for your monthly budget.

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    April 15, 2026

    Early COLA Projections for 2027 — Should You Adjust Your Income Plan?

    New inflation data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is shaping early estimates for the 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. Here's what the numbers suggest.

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    April 8, 2026

    Michigan Estate Law Updates — Are Your Documents Still Valid?

    Recent legislative changes in Lansing affect how certain trusts and powers of attorney are interpreted in Michigan courts. A quick review could protect your legacy.

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    April 1, 2026

    Hybrid Long-Term Care Policies Are Surging — Here's Why Detroit Retirees Are Choosing Them

    Sales of hybrid life/LTC policies outpaced traditional long-term care insurance for the third consecutive year. We explain what's driving the shift and who benefits most.

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    March 25, 2026

    HELOC as a Retirement Reserve — A Smart Move for Detroit Homeowners?

    Interest rate movements are changing how financial planners view HELOCs as a strategic retirement reserve. Here's what Metro Detroit homeowners should understand.

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    March 18, 2026

    Annuity Rates Remain Elevated — Is Now the Time to Lock In Guaranteed Income?

    Fixed annuity rates are still near multi-year highs, creating a window for retirees to lock in guaranteed lifetime income at favorable terms before conditions shift.

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