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Debt can seriously risk your retirement, and it's on the rise. When it comes time to retire, one of the best first steps is to control your finances. Cut down on bills and household spending so that you can maximize the value of your retirement income. Ideally, this means you'll have that much more left […] The post 60% of Americans Age 65 and Older Carry More Debt Than 30 Years Ago appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset. ....

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