SSA Making Processing Claims Safer

Social Security recently announced required in person identity proof for those applying by telephone. There was such a reaction from the public, especially concerning elderly or disabled persons difficulty in getting to an office, that the policy has been modified…

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Declining mortality rates do not bode well for Social Security

“Mortality rates are declining, and living beyond 90 is in reach for many, as medical advancements have made it possible to live longer than ever before.” That statement is the key thrust of this Fortune magazine article about how changing demographics are…

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“Anti-Fraud” screening at Social Security eases need for in-person identity checks

In what appears to be a concession due to public outcry over the need to visit a local office to verify identity for some SSA transactions, the Social Security Administration has announced a new “anti-fraud” check which will flag telephone…

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How Safe Are your Social Security Benefits?

Well, if you listen to all of the media reports these days, you might very well be concerned amount the safety of this crucial senior benefit program! On any given day, you may read about how “Social Security is going…

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Social Security is changing; but how?

Social Security sure has been in the media spotlight recently, with many accounts predicting benefit cuts, and some even predicting the demise of the program. Of course, most of that is hyperbolic nonsense, but what is the real situation with…

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“Ask Rusty – Will My Social Security Increase if I Keep Working After Applying?”

Dear Rusty: I am going to be 67 in a few weeks & I plan on working for another year or two. According to Social Security, they count the best 35 years to come up with your benefit. I currently…

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