Social Security and Medicare advice for couples
While many people tend to think of their individual situation when it comes to Medicare and Social Security, the fact is that couples should pay a lot of attention to coordinating their benefits when it comes to both programs. Not doing so could have some significant financial consequences that you will have to live with for the rest of your lives. Making Medicare and Social Security decisions as a couple will help ensure you have healthcare coverage when you need it and also get the full Social Security benefit you’re entitled to, as explained in this Investment News article by Mary Beth Franklin. In the article, the author explains how couples can coordinate their Medicare enrollment, and how they can work together to maximize their total Social Security benefit. Click here to read more.