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Students should learn spending, saving habits now to prepare for future retirement
Sipping umbrella garnished fruity drinks in a beach chair…traveling through the Amazon rainforest…hot air ballooning across the country. These could be exciting retirement ideas or fleeting dreams. For sure, social security has reached unsustainable levels, and if you’re under 40, chances…
If you can’t work due to disability, Social Security can help
If you are disabled and you’re no longer able to work, you should learn how Social Security can help you. Disability is something most people do not like to think about; however, the chances that you will become disabled are probably…
New budget proposal would hurt seniors
Some in Washington are pushing a budget proposal that would severely cut seniors’ Social Security benefits using the “Chained CPI.” That is code for: “instead of the gold, you will get the shaft.” The average Social Security check is currently…
Changes eyed for Social Security benefits
In his 2014 budget, President Obama suggested changing the way Social Security benefits are indexed for inflation. The president recommended that Chained CPI (Consumer Price Index) now be used over the current index, known as CPI-W. This change, if approved by…
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance to meet Sept. 25 in Morristown
Wednesday evening, Sept. 25, the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) will feature at its Morristown monthly meeting, Attorney Sarah Dubinsky, a Social Security disability attorney who has worked for the Social Security Administration. She understands the decision making process from…
Special Report Reveals Social Security Information
Retirees and near-retirees hoping to live out their “golden years” in comfort face daunting odds. Consider these startling facts (from SocialSecurity211.com). One out of every six elderly Americans is already living below the federal poverty line, according to the U.S. Census Bureau…Read More…
Social Security: Delaying Equals Staying Power for Your Portfolio
William Meyer is the co-founder of SocialSecuritySolutions.com, a Social Security maximization service. He argues that a delayed Social Security filing can boost your monthly benefit income substantially – but also boost the longevity of your portfolio. When Social Security filing…
BBB warn consumers about Obamacare scams
Thieves are now using the Affordable Care Act as a way to get your personal information. The Better Business Bureau said people are contacting consumers and telling them they are required by law to provide a Social Security number and banking…
One Thing That Worries Millennials, But We’re Afraid to Talk About
A recent survey conducted by Thestreet and GfK Roper Public Affairs & Corporate Communications determined “nearly 70% of Millennials have not begun saving for retirement.” Though shocking, this is far from unbelievable. Most of the young are more concerned with paying down…
Sunday Is Grandparents Day, Discuss Retirement Security With Your Grandchildren
This Sunday, September 8th, is Grandparents Day. The holiday presents a unique opportunity for intergenerational conversations about retirement security. While Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid are often considered seniors’ issues, they are important for all generations. Since many seniors live…