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Figuring how much of your Social Security is taxable is tricky
Trying to figure out if, or how much of, your Social Security income is taxable is a tricky calculation. But you should make sure that you have it right so you don’t pay tax on more of your benefits than…
Does working outside the country affect my Social Security?
In our increasing global economy, many people are spending some of their career working in countries other than the United States. But often overlooked is how this might affect a person’s eventual Social Security benefits, and even whether they are eligible…
Delaying retirement, and its financial implications
It’s no secret that more and more people are choosing to delay their retirement, in some cases until well into their 70’s. And even those still younger assume that the traditional retirement age of 65 has gone by the wayside.…
Taking Social Security at full retirement age often makes sense, but not always.
Many Social Security Advisors can easily make the argument for taking your benefits at your full retirement age. But there are at least a few good reasons why either taking earlier or waiting until later than your full retirement age…
Are you about to apply for Social Security? Read this first
Chances are that you will someday soon be at that age when you can file for Social Security, but there are a lot of things you should consider before you actually decide when you should apply. These include how much…
Trump’s 2018 Budget: No Social Security Cuts, but the Need for Reform Hasn’t Gone Away
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin reports that Social Security and Medicare will not be subjected to any cuts in the proposed 2018 federal budget. While that may be a good thing in the short run, it’s clear that the programs’…
AMAC Foundation 2014 Health Care Symposium Speaker Expected to Head FDA
(By Sheila Kaplan for STAT) WASHINGTON — President Trump is expected to nominate Dr. Scott Gottlieb, a longtime drug industry financier and advocate for deregulation, to run the Food and Drug Administration, according to a source familiar with the plan. Continue reading…
Pros and Cons of Suspending Social Security Benefits
There may be valid reasons why Social Security recipients might want to consider suspending their monthly benefits, with the most likely being to allow the monthly check to grow for the future. The Motley Fool’s Matthew Frankel examines the issue in…
Report Cites Confusion Faced by Medicare Participants
A study conducted by the Medicare Rights Center indicates that many seniors attempting to navigate Medicare face a daunting task, especially in understanding the nuances of Part B coverage. The study report also indicates that Medicare Advantage poses comprehension difficulties, as…
The Benefits of Filing at FRA
If you’re a “middle of the road” type person, you’ll likely be waiting until your full retirement age (FRA) to file for benefits. There are some logical reasons for doing this, rather than filing early or late. In a post…