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Survey Says: Retirement Security Viewed is a Personal Responsibility
A recent MetLife survey of future retirees revealed that a majority felt a personal responsibility for securing their own retirement, with few Baby Boomers indicating an interest in having government be responsible. Citing the political risks embedded in Social Security, InsuranceNewsNet’s Brian O’Connell…
Cardi B, Bernie Sanders, and Social Security
Bronx rapper Cardi B has come out in support of Social Security and its role in providing financial comfort to America;s seniors, and Bernie Sanders has echoed her sentiments with his theme of strengthening Social Security. In the meantime, organizations…
Attention Women: Some Retirement Facts You Should Know
Using the results of a Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies as a base, TheStreet’s Kinsey Grant provides a listing of 18 key statistics and facts that women, in particular, should be aware of. They can form the basis for planning a retirement…
The Impact of Deferring Social Security Benefits
The Motley Fool’s Katie Brockman provides a review of the financial benefit–in terms of monthly payments–resulting from delaying one’s Social Security benefits until age 70, citing the “advantage” that accrues in the form of 8% delayed retirement credits each year. Her…
Social Security Modernization Well on the Way
A revitalization of Social Security’s IT infrastructure is progressing, according to Sean Brune, chief program officer, and is being designed to focus on services used by the general public. According to a post by Federal News Radio’s Amelia Brust, “IT modernization also includes…
Learning About Social Security
The Social Security Administration’s Josh Weller, speaking on a video posted by 9news.com, provides guidance to folks seeking a broader understanding of Social Security and its overall structure. His remarks are part of the commemoration of “National Social Security Month.” Read the…
Follow the Money–Reflecting on Tax Day
Daily Reckoning’s Nilus Mattive takes a look at the money trail for where your tax dollars go, citing a number of examples of waste and ridiculous spending projects that go along with the allocation of funds to legitimate uses. Read his…
See What You Can Do Online!
(Source: Social Security Administration) For over 80 years, Social Security has changed to meet the needs of our customers. Today, our easy, secure, and convenient-to-use online services allow you to do business with us from the comfort of your preferred location. From…
The Joy of Self-Employment
Yes, there are many benefits to being self-employed, and the booming “gig economy” is evidence of how popular self-employment is becoming. After all, being your own boss allows you to call the shots, work when you want to (well, most…
Approaching Social Security? Some steps to take.
As your age of eligibility for Social Security benefits draws closer, the complexities of entering this new world may seem daunting. If you take a studied approach to it, however, it can make the process quite a bit more straightforward. Social…