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Will Medicare and Social Security be Available to the Next Generation?
Surveys show many Americans are concerned that Medicare and Social Security will not be there for them. This anxiety is fueled by the inaction of Congress to resolve the solvency issue. Read this article by Austin Denean for The National…
Learn about Social Security’s “Do Over” Option
Social Security has a little known rule called the “Do Over” option which can be helpful to early filers. You have the opportunity to stop your benefits and pay back what you have received with 1 year. This wipes the…
The Party who modifies Social Security will Reap Political Rewards
Eventually either benefits will be cut about 20% across the board or changes will be made. There are many different scenarios, some of which will push the burden (especially in the form of taxes) onto future generations. Read Veronique De…
How to get a Fairly Accurate Estimate of Your Future Social Security Benefits
Knowing a number close to what you will actually receive in benefits is important for retirement planning. If you are between 50 and 65 it’s time to find out this information. Read this article by Trevor Jennewine published by The…
How to Avoid Overpayment of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Benefits
SSI is a needs based program which means eligibility is based on your total resources. It is important to let Social Security know if anything about your situation changes. Read this article by Josh Weller, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist…
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program – 50 Years of Aid to Those in Need
Information provided by the Social Security Administration and published by Sierra Sun Times on June 5, 2024 celebrates 50 years of the SSI Program. SSI provides help to individuals who are blind, aged, or disabled and have very limited resources.…
Ways to alleviate Social Security’s Insolvency
Both Social Security and Medicare are popular with Americans on both sides of the aisle, but their is a deep divide on how to fix the situation. Some possibilities include, raising the tax limit, raising taxes, and raising the Full…
What is a Reliable Source of Retirement Income?
Social Security offers a guaranteed benefit although that amount may be reduced at some point. Dividend stocks can also be a potential source of income. Read this article by Maurie Backman published by The Motley Fool on June 5, 2024.…
According to a Survey a majority of American adults under 65 are concerned about Social Security and Medicare being available to them
Rising health care costs are behind a rising fear that Americans under 65 will not have adequate social support as they age. They are concerned about B the future of Medicare as well as Social Security. Some experts predict that,…
A Puzzle to Solve : What is the best Social Security claiming age for YOU !
Social Security recipients can choose to take benefits anytime between ages 62 and 70. So how do you sort all that out and make the right decision for yourself? If you take it before Full Retirement Age it will be…