An Important Question: When to Claim Social Security?

About 25 million American’s are between age 55 and 62, meaning that most in that age group are contemplating a very important decision they will soon need to make. As they approach Social Security’s “early eligibility age” (age 62), most…

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Understanding Social Security’s “dual entitlement” rule for Spouse and Survivor Benefits

Here at the AMAC Foundation’s Social Security Advisory Service, we get thousands of Social Security and Medicare enrollment questions each year, either to our national call center (1-800-750-2622) or via email to SSadvisor@amacfoundation.org. We answer all questions promptly and without…

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The Clock is Ticking for Social Security and time is running out!

“It has finally become clear that Congress has run out of easy options—and it never had many to begin with.” These are words from this excellent Epoch Times article by Jay Rogers, explaining that simply increasing taxes alone (as some in Congress…

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Social Security Disability Misunderstandings

Be Cautious When Seeking Social Security Advice Social Security is a very complex program. With over 70 million American’s receiving monthly benefits and millions more on the cusp of receiving, many are confused about how this incredibly important benefit program…

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Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits is a choice that will impact the rest of your life.

Starting Social Security benefits is an important decision. Consider all relevant factors, particularly your life expectancy. While no one can predict their lifespan, reviewing your family history may provide helpful insight. Average life expectancy continues to rise, and current data…

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“Ask Rusty – Is the Medicare Part B Premium a Percentage of our Social Security Amount?”

Dear Rusty: I have a simple question: Is the amount we pay for Medicare Part B premium a percent of our Social Security amount we receive? Signed: Curious Dear Curious: Your Medicare Part B premium is not based on a…

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