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9 Common Reasons Social Security Disability Claims Are Denied
Every year, millions of people apply for Social Security disability benefits. Unfortunately, 70 percent of initial claims are denied. There are many reasons your claim may be denied, and it’s important to know why yours was before you appeal. That way,…
Why the Next Social Security Crisis Could Be Just a Year Away
Most Americans know that the Social Security system faces some long-term financial troubles, as a rising population of retirees relies on ever-fewer workers paying the taxes that finance their benefits. Yet most people focus on the retirement portion of Social…
10 Surprising Facts About Retirement: Retirement might not live up to your expectations
Most retirees are prepared for more free time and less stress, but some other aspects of retirement could be unexpected. Many retirees have significant financial worries and health concerns, and an excess of free time is only fun if you use…
Social Security 1099s in an instant
Getting ready to prepare your income tax returns can be a hassle, especially for those of us who haven’t been diligent in holding on to our records. Seniors who misplace their SSA 1099 forms have the extra aggravation of having…
IRS to pay refunds to illegal immigrants
Non-taxpaying illegal immigrants will be eligible to receive tax refunds once they receive Social Security numbers, the IRS chief told Congress last week. [Washington Times] As many as 4 million illegal immigrants may now receive work permits and Social Security…
White House Endorses Apple Pay: RIP Google Wallet?
iPhone 6 users won’t have to worry about what’s in their wallet when they visit national parks next fall. Starting in September they’ll be able to whip out the Apple smartphone to pay for park admittance now that the White…
Congressional Budget Office on The Taxation of Social Security Benefits
February 12, 2015 – By Joshua Shakin and Kurt Seibert – About 60 million people received Social Security benefits in 2014, CBO estimates. Up to 85 percent of a recipient’s benefits are subject to the individual income tax, depending on the recipient’s…
Liberty, Justice, and Inclusion for All
February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month, intended to help the Jewish community intensify its ongoing efforts to include persons with disabilities fully in Jewish communal life. That means ensuring that our social agencies embrace persons with disability with suitable programs…
Could This Be a Low-Cost Fix for Social Security?
Millions of Americans rely on Social Security for a substantial portion of their retirement plans. Unfortunately, the program’s finances are under long-term pressure. Indeed, the Trust Funds that support Social Security’s ability to pay benefits are projected to run out…
5 things to expect in House budget
After weeks of budget hearings and behind-the-scenes debates, House Ways & Means Chairman Tim Brown is about to unveil a two-year state spending plan likely to mean roughly $35 billion for schools, Medicaid and more. ..So far, Brown — a…