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Social Security isn’t just retirement benefits; it protects survivors too
Social Security is not only a retirement program, but also an insurance program, a fact too often overlooked in discussions about how it fits into your future. Survivor’s benefits can be paid to widows and widowers, even if the deceased was…
Retirement planning tips from the experts
Retirement planning, especially when those golden years are far into the future, is something that many people tend to put off until tomorrow. But there are some pretty basic tips that even those just entering the workforce can benefit by,…
Cutting taxes on your Social Security Income
Though the rules are pretty straightforward for when and how much your Social Security income is taxed, those with moderate or low earnings income may be able to find ways to lower their tax liability through smart investing. This Kiplinger.com…
Federal agencies trying to move away from Social Security number as ID
Though they’ve been wrestling with the problem for nearly a decade, agencies of the Federal Government are trying to find ways to find an alternative to using the Social Security Number (SSN) as a way to identify Americans, without exposing…
A simple mistake that could cost you dearly
As hard as it might be for you to imagine, the Government does occasionally make mistakes (pun intended). And considering that the Social Security Administration mistakenly declares about 14,000 people dead each year, it should come as no surprise that…
Determining what your Social Security benefit will be
It can be daunting, trying to figure out when to start your Social Security benefits. Although 62 is the most common age that people apply, there is a lot to be gained by understanding how much your benefit will be reduced…
Some things you should focus on if you’re nearing retirement
If you’re now traveling on the highway to retirement, you’ll find there are some twists and turns in the road that gets you there. From putting together a realistic income plan, to an income protection plan, a growth plan, and taxes, you…
Social Security at your fingertips, where ever you go
When you set up your My Social Security online account at SSA.GOV, you are giving yourself 24/7 access to your account, from where ever you happen to be. From finding out the status of your application, to getting a benefit…
If you need help managing your benefits, Social Security can help
If the time should come when you need help managing your benefit payments, Social Security stands ready to assist you. Through its Representative Payee program, Social Security helps millions of beneficiaries who are unable to manage the own finances by…
Mistakes that can reduce your Social Security benefits
Chances are pretty good that Social Security is going to be a fairly large part of your retirement security, so making sure that you get all that you’re entitled to should be on the top of your list of things…