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Are there flu shots designed especially for seniors? Yes.
There are two flu vaccines that are best for seniors, who tend to have somewhat weaker immune systems, and both of these options are readily available along with the standard vaccines. This Ithaca Journal article by correspondent Jim Miller explains…
Social Security Disability Insurance trust fund – solvency issues and suggestions to fix
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) trust fund recently averted a short-term benefit shortfall which keeps it stable until 2023. But the base problems – the exploding and excessive number of people now receiving disability benefits, and the lack of incentive…
Don’t be blindsided by the Windfall Elimination Provision or the Government Pension Offset
The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) may affect anyone who has worked in a government civil service job which didn’t withhold Social Security payroll taxes, but who is also eligible for Social Security benefits. This FEDweek…
Consider more than just Social Security when planning for early retirement
Social Security plays an important part of just about everyone’s retirement, but if you’re planning to retire early there are several other factors you should look carefully into. Those include the terms of your work-pension (if you have one), your…
Free financial advice available in many US cities during October
Advice from certified financial advisors isn’t only available to the well-to-do. During the month of October, free individual financial counseling and free group financial sessions will be available in many cities across the United States. These free events are jointly…
Social Security’s survivor benefit – Help for widows
The loss of a spouse is devastating. Fortunately Social Security is there to help, at least with the financial impact, but there are eligibility rules that apply for when and how much a widow can collect. This nj1015.com article by…
October 3-7: Social Security Administration’s Customer Service Week
Customer Service Is What We Do Social Security has been in the customer service business for more than 81 years, and with Customer Service Week, October 3-7, at hand, it is an exciting time to share the importance of this…
Medicare myths you should know about
Medicare is one of the most important healthcare topics for seniors, but can you separate fact from fiction? This madison.com article by Salena Maranjian talks about several myths that many people hold about Medicare and sets the record straight on…
Want to retire in the future? Pretend Social Security isn’t there and save on your own.
No question that Social Security makes up a very important part of most retirees’ income. Too much so, in many cases, because it was never meant to be your sole, or even your primary source of income during retirement; it was…
A few important facts to consider before you retire.
Don’t be surprised after you’ve made the decision to retire; rather, plan ahead by knowing these things that many new retirees don’t take into account. Did you think about long-term care? Do you know about taxes during retirement? Will Social…