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Are you emotionally ready to retire?
Although most retirement planner focus on the financial aspects of achieving a comfortable retirement, don’t forget about the emotional aspects as well. Are you ready to go from a full day of working, along with the related stress of your…
New Tax & Spending Bill being considered
The House Ways & Means Committee recently released a draft of the Trump Administration’s planed Tax Bill for the next fiscal year, and that bill could be voted on in the House of Representatives by next week. Of course, the…
Contrasting View: Taking Social Security at 62 is wrong
In contrast to yesterday’s Headline Article at this website – “Should You Claim Social Security at 62?” – this article by financial guru Suze Ormond argues that, in most instances, you should not claim Social Security at age 62 but…
Social Security Under New Leadership
Financial services executive Frank Bisignano has taken over the helm as Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, replacing Acting Commissioner Lee Dudek. This appointment comes at a challenging time for Social Security, in the midst of several recent changes aimed…
Social Security for Married Couples
When to claim Social Security is a relatively simple decision for single individuals – base your claiming decision on your own personal financial needs. But that decision is not so easy for a married couple, because each couple should look…
Should You Claim Social Security at 62?
Most financial advisors will likely say no – it’s far better to wait longer to claim Social Security and get a higher monthly payment for the rest of your life. Why then, is age 62 the most popular age to…
Are You Ready to Claim Social Security?
Being mentally ready to claim Social Security and being physically ready to make that move may be two different things! Sure, if you’re stressed out at work or otherwise simply ready to hang up your work clothing, and you are…
How Taxes fit into Social Security’s Financial Future
Unless you were sleeping (or perhaps out of the country) since the last Presidential election, you’ve likely heard a lot about President Trump’s desire to change how income taxes are levied on Social Security benefits. Repealing taxes on Social Security…
Do you fear retirement?
Retirement – that dream that we’ve all likely had since we started working! Unfortunately, far too many Americans approach retirement with trepidation, fearing they may not have the money they will need to retire in comfort. A recent study found…
Words of Wisdom About Living Longer
Ready for a little inspiration? In these days of frequent political discord, with just about every media article we read exploring some looming crisis or projected chaos, let’s take some time to ponder what is important in life. After all,…