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Key Social Security Changes Set to Hit in January
The 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announced last month is generally known at this point, but there are two additional key changes that folks need to keep in mind. For example, the annual limit on taxable earnings increases starting in January,…
A Thoughtul Look at Claiming Benefits at Age 62
At first blush, filing for Social Security benefits before one’s full retirement age is often viewed as an incorrect retirement strategy. Many financial planners will tell you that’s the wrong thing to do and will further suggest that, if you…
An Editorial Opinion on WEP and GPO
With the possibility of a floor vote on HR 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, potentially happening before the end of the 118th Congress, we’re continuing to see an uptick in articles providing perspectives on the need for Congressional attention…
What’s Ahead for Medicare Beneficiaries in 2025
We already know what to expect relative to Social Security benefits in 2025–the much-discussed 2.5%–cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)–but we also know that that’s not the full story. As noted in a post by Jeffrey Quiggle, an editor and reporter at TheStreet…
Heads Up, Savers! The IRA Contribution Limits for 2025 Are Annonced.
So much has been written about the level of savings future retirees have set aside for this phase of their lives, and much of it has been focused on the absence of wealth accumulation to offset the loss of income…
Limits of Social Security
Social Security can be a major or minor part of a retirement income. With all the questions surrounding Social Security’s ability to continue paying benefits you may want to consider other options also. Selena Marajian for The Motley Fool explains…
Social Security Changes in 2025
Are you aware of the changes to Social Security for 2025? Maurie Backman for Moneywise explains everything from the COLA increase to the higher earnings requirement for credits. Read here.. Notice: The link provided above connects readers to the full content of…
Earning the Max Social Security Benefit
Each year Social Security announces several changes that affect benefits. The most commonly known change is the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). Katie Brockman, writing for The Motley Fool, discusses another yearly change -the maximum benefit amount. If you earn…
Fast Track Your Application for Social Security Disability
Applying for Social Security disability can be an arduous process. Taking the time to make sure your application is complete and accurate can make a big difference when it comes to being approved. The process takes time but having a…
Is Bipartisan Support to Resolve Social Security Insolvency a Possibility?
Trevor Jennewine for The Motley Fool believes that it is. He explains four changes, supported by both Republicans and Democrats, that could make a difference and resolve the issue. Read here… As an example of the leading thoughts on reforming…