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9 Ways Progressives Have Shifted Politics to the Left in 2013
Progressives spent 3 years watching the Tea Party shift the center of American political gravity to the right and wringing their hands over Democratic centrism. But in 2013, liberals have seen major successes in reshaping the Democratic party – and by extension, reshaping…
Retirement expert: Financial planning important for non-retirees, too
As older workers increasingly contemplate delaying retirement or putting it off entirely, they should also consider the financial-planning options available in Social Security, Medicare and employment-based retirement plans such as IRAs and 401(k) accounts, says a University of Illinois expert…
Don’t cut the big benefit programs
In America today, the middle class is disappearing, unemployment is sky high and senior poverty is growing. We also have the most unequal distribution of wealth and income of any major country. At a time when almost all new income…
Social Security disability approvals decline
Attorney John Bednarz thought he had a clear-cut case to win Social Security disability benefits for his client. The 39-year-old Wilkes-Barre man had Huntington’s disease, a debilitating and often fatal disorder that caused tremors in his hands, left him off-balance and…
Is it that time again?
Wise taxpayers may want to take advantage of winter months indoors to prepare for tax filing season this spring. Whether you are a small business owner, a retiree, or a new parent, here are some Social Security tax tips that…
How to help clients make the right Social Security election
As the wave of Baby Boomer retirements continues, it is more important than ever for CPAs to understand how to help clients be in the best position to maximize Social Security benefits. Mastering the intricacies of the rules is no…
Obama’s ‘aside from that’ presidency
“What we know,” said President Obama to a business group a few days ago, “is that our — our fiscal problems are not short-term deficits. Our discretionary budget, that portion of the federal budget that isn’t defense or Social Security…
The NFEC Launches Retirement Planning for Children – SavingFund
Parents now have a platform to protect their children’s future financial situation. SavingsFund helps children start to save money at a young age while teaching them practical financial lessons. SavingsFund is a gift giving platform that allows friends and family…
Give Americans a Budget to Be Thankful For
This Thanksgiving, Congress should set aside dysfunction and the austerity mindset and give the American people a reason to be thankful: a federal spending and revenue plan that takes our best interests to heart. In calling for the release of top-line…
What is the Difference Between Social Security Disability and …
The main difference between Social Security Disability (SSD, or SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is the fact that SSD is available to workers who have accumulated a sufficient number of work credits, while SSI disability benefits are available to…