Q & A
Ask Rusty – Why Can’t I get my Social Security payment plus my Railroad pension from my Ex-spouse?
Dear Rusty: I have a question. I now get a Railroad Pension from my ex-husband. I did not know it was from the Social Security Administration. I want to collect my SS benefits and my Railroad pension. Can I do…
Ask Rusty – When Will Funds Stolen from Social Security be Replaced?
Dear Rusty: When will the funds stolen from the SS Fund be replaced? They used Social Security when the government ran out of money and used it for illegals. I think the funds should be replaced except for legitimate payments…
Ask Rusty – Can My Husband Work Part Time and Collect Social Security?
Dear Rusty: I am writing to you on behalf of my husband. His intentions are to go part time as of January 1, 2026, working 30 hours a week and take Social Security benefits as supplemental income. How can we…
Ask Rusty – Social Security Questions Asked Over Coffee
Dear Rusty: My coffee conversations with a group of friends have resulted in several questions about Social Security: Dear Curious: Thank you for your readership, and I’ll be happy to tackle your “over coffee” questions about Social Security: This article…
Ask Rusty – I’m a Retired Veteran; Why must I pay for Medicare?
Dear Rusty: I’m a retired Navy veteran who is going to be turning 65 years old this year. My question is concerning mandatory Medicare sign-up requirements. Why do I have to sign up for Medicare coverage at 65 when I…
Ask Rusty – Will “DOGE” Hurt our Social Security or Medicare Benefits?
Dear Rusty: I am a new AMAC member and have an important question for you, and your answer will be greatly appreciated. My question is: Is the new DOGE effort going to help us, or hurt us, all those living…
Ask Rusty – Must I take Medicare Part A even if I have VA or Medicaid Coverage?
Dear Rusty: Does everyone need to sign up for Medicare part A, even if you are ex-military? Or only on Medicaid, regardless of whether you are eligible for Social Security or not? Also is there a cost for just part…
Ask Rusty –Please Clear Up Our Confusion about Our Social Security Payments?
Dear Rusty: I am thoroughly confused. What do I need to do to continue receiving automatic Social Security deposits to my bank account, and maintain our Medicare and Supplement health insurance? My wife has received her SS deposit regularly on…
Ask Rusty – Will My Social Security Increase if I Keep Working After Applying?
Dear Rusty: I am going to be 67 in a few weeks & I plan on working for another year or two. According to Social Security, they count the best 35 years to come up with your benefit. I currently…
Ask Rusty – When is the best time for me to claim Social Security?
Dear Rusty: I will be 66 ½ in June and would like to discuss when would be the best time for me to start taking my social security benefits. I am still employed full time and don’t want to be…