Latest News
Clearing Up the Rumors on Veterans Benefits, As Well as a Rumor on Prisoner Benefits
One of the more persistent rumors we hear about at the AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisory Service involves the belief that Veterans are missing out on extra Social Security benefits earned as a result of their service. As Social Security columnist Tom Margenau points out in a post on ncnewsonline.com, there really is an additional benefit associated with military service, but it’s related to the manner in which benefits are calculated rather than a simple “additional payment.” See his post here for a complete explanation. Margenau also explains a rumor circulating widely among the incarcerated that, upon release, eligibility for disability benefits is sort of automatic. Again, check his post out for more details.
Also, if you have any questions about these issues–or any other aspects of Social Security–know that the AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisory Service is available on-demand and free of charge. Learn more about this program and how to access it here.
This posting is presented for informational purposes only and does not represent legal or financial guidance. Any opinions or interpretations presented are either those of the original author or, in the case of articles authored by the AMAC Foundation, are the opinions of AMAC Foundation staff, originally trained and accredited by the National Social Security Association (NSSA) and certified via the AMAC Foundation. Any links included in the article are valid on the posted date; socialsecurityreport.org cannot guarantee the duration of the links’ validity. NSSA and the AMAC Foundation and its staff are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental entity. To submit a question, visit our website (https://amacfoundation.org/services/) or email us at ssadvisor@amacfoundation.org. Because we are a non-profit organization, there is no charge for these services.