Each year from October 15 to December 7, Medicare offers an Open Enrollment period during which beneficiaries can review coverage options and make changes as appropriate.

At the heart of a value investing strategy is viewing the purchase of stock shares as becoming a part owner of a company.

Overreacting to market movements or trying to 'time the market' by guessing its future direction can create additional risk that could negatively affect long-term portfolio performance.

Beneficiaries who postpone claiming Social Security past full retirement age have the option of receiving a lump-sum payment for up to six months of benefits when they finally apply.