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Is There a “Best” Age to take Social Security benefits?
There are many perspectives on this question. Here at the AMAC Foundation, we tell people to consider their finances, health and family longevity when making the decision. The hard part of this is that no one knows when they will…
Are you Ready for Retirement?
Jeffrey Quiggle discusses Social Security and 401(k)s with best selling author Suze Orman. Social Security is not enough and could possibly be reduced in 2033. How can you be prepared for a cut in benefits? Read here… As an example…
How Does the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Impact Health and Health Care?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s nominee to be the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and his nomination hearings will spotlight a range of HHS activities but may not touch on the full scope of…
How Should Social Security be Reformed?
According to an Article by Marc Gulberti the Social Security Fairness Act will harm the budget and create roadblocks in the future, while government retirees will get overly generous Social Security benefits that no other senior citizens in the country…
How Many Physicians Have Opted Out of the Medicare Program?
Medicare provides health insurance coverage to 67 million adults—20% of the U.S population—and is a major source of revenue for physicians and other health providers. In 2024, Medicare spending on Part B services (including physician services, outpatient services, and physician-administered…
A Clear Perspective on Whether or Not Congress has Stolen From Social Security
The popular opinion you may see on Social Media is that Social Security’s financial woes are caused by the fact that Congress stole money from Social Security and never paid it back. What is the real reason for the situation?…
Social Security Bridging Strategy–Will it Work For Your Situation?
Planning a strategic approach to a Social Security claiming strategy requires serious thought and discussion with qualified advisors and. Depending on your situation, a “bridge strategy” is often recommended to maximize benefits conveniently. In simple terms, a “bridge strategy” is…
Judging COLA’s Adequacy
Much has been written about the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment process, from explaining how the formula works to opinions on its effectiveness in keeping seniors above poverty lines. With the 2025 benefit increase coming in at 2.5%, down from…
Now’s a Good Time to Review Your Social Security Information
It’s the start of a new year, so before time gets away from you, now might be a good time to re-examine the information you’ve been accumulating relative to Social Security. Even if you’re not ready–or able–to file for benefits,…
Long-term care facilities enhance lives of Veterans
As a Veteran, you may be able to get assisted living, residential (live-in), or home health care through the VA. The VA provides long-term care services to over 500,000 Veterans, from those with traumatic brain injuries to those who need…