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Some Social Security Basic Questions
The News-Herald of Southgate, MI’s editorial staff regularly posts basic questions and answers about matters related to Social Security. Here are a few posted on their site… check them out at this location. Notice : The link provided above…
Another look at the implications of filing for Social Security benefits early.
“(T)he vast majority of seniors (60%) claimed Social Security benefits between the ages of 62 and 64…” This quote from The Motley Fool’s Sean Williams highlights the impending problem for seniors if Social Security’s long-term solvency issues are not resolved…
Retirement Planning–Things to Consider
Planning for those retirement years is not easy, and it’s certainly not simple. There are many potential pitfalls that can await you as you lay the groundwork for a comfortable life after career, and knowing about them in advance can…
A Five-year Look-Ahead for Social Security
Given the uncertainties of legislative changes, the economy in general, and the political situation in Washington, it’s difficult to project what the Social Security program will look like five years from now. Despite these uncertainties, The Motley Fool’s Sean Williams…
What Same-Sex Couples Need to Know
(Source: Social Security Administration) For more than 80 years, Social Security has helped secure today and tomorrow for many Americans. On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Obergefell v. Hodges , holding that same-sex couples…
Retirement Satisfaction on the Decline?
In an article titled “Retirement isn’t what It used to be,” iHeartMedia’s Scott Crowder examines the implications of Employee Benefit Research Institute’s statistics indicating that satisfaction levels for folks in retirement are dropping. Part of the correction needed, accorging to…
Medicare Isn’t Always Easy to Understand
Medicare plays a role in your overall health coverage during your retirement, but Medicare isn’t always easy to understand. Here are some answers to the most commonly asked questions about Medicare. Read article here… Notice: The link provided in the…
Is the Four Percent Rule Just a Starting Point?
The simplicity of the four percent rule is popular among retirement savers; however, it falls short of working perfectly, and some investors feel more comfortable merely using the rule as a starting point. Read article here… Notice: The link provided…
Four Key Factors That Could Derail Your Retirment
There are many possible threats to your financial stability during your retirement, but knowing the risks and being ready with a quick response can ensure you don’t end up struggling to live after your savings has run out. In Christy…
Is a Comfortable Retirement Out of Reach?
One thing Americans have in common is the goal to retire comfortably and on their own terms. But the reality for a growing number of Americans is that comfortable retirement may be out of reach, a situation attributable to a…