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Social Security’s New National System Has Been Put on Pause
The Social Security Administration (SSA) had planned to go live on March 7th, 2026, with its new Nationwide system to make it easier for people who need Social Security assistance. The two new systems that the SSA designed to make…
Married Couples Have Options For Maximizing Social Security Benefits
Married couples should look at options to maximize Social Security benefits. With inflation steadily rising and the average life expectancy increasing, it may be more important than ever to maximize your Social Security benefits to offset your other retirement funds.…
Social Security Makes Things Easier for You
Since the availability of being able to create a My Social Security Account online, you barely need to wait on hold to speak with someone at Social Security any longer. Having an online account gives you access to many services,…
Buried in credit card debt on Social Security?
With prices going up, many seniors are relying on credit cards just to get by, and high interest rates only make it harder to keep up with payments. Angelica Leicht recently wrote an article with tips on how to talk…
Is your Social Security Benefit Amount Correct?
You should verify your Social Security earnings statement each year. Your retirement benefit is based on your 35 highest-earning years, and your earnings through age 60 have been adjusted for inflation. This means they are worth more now than when…
Will Social Security’s Earning Test Be Repealed?
A bill, “The Senior Citizens Freedom to Work Act,” has been introduced in Congress that would repeal the Retirement Earnings Test (RET). The RET currently limits Social Security benefits for recipients who have not yet reached their full retirement age…
It’s Important to Include Future Medical Expenses in Your Retirement Plans
A new survey from D.A. Davidson shows that Americans are not factoring rising medical costs into their retirement plans. The latest projections from Fidelity show healthcare expenses for a couple retiring at 65 have increased approximately 41% from 2015. According…
Income Limit If You Work and Collect Social Security Before Your FRA
Some retirees who begin Social Security benefits choose to return to work for extra income or to stay active. You can start Social Security at 62, but payments may decrease if you keep working. Starting benefits before full retirement age…
A Little More History About Social Security
Social Security was created in 1935 and has undergone significant changes since then. Tom Margenau, a retired Social Security employee, wrote an article highlighting little-known facts about the program. He focuses on two unfamiliar terms—pneumoconiosis and Prouty—and explains their relevance.…
What’s Going On At The Social Security Administration
Over one million people have now created a My Social Security Account online. As Social Security expands its digital services to meet high demand, having an account becomes increasingly convenient. While you can still call or visit a Social Security…