Social Security
Predicting 2026 COLA
In this Motley Fool article, the author indicates that the most likely case is that the 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) will be about 2.7%. That would yield only about $54 in additional monthly benefits for the average Social…
Demystifying Your Social Security Benefit
Winston Churchill famously described the Soviet Union as “a riddle inside an enigma wrapped in a mystery.” That may also be an appropriate way to describe your Social Security benefit, or so it seems when trying to understand how your…
Trouble with Medicare Expense? Here’s How to Get Help
In this Midland Daily News article, Jim Miller (AKA the “Savvy Senior”) answers a question from someone whose Mom is having trouble paying her Medicare costs. The savvy senior explains that there are several programs available to assist those who…
A Strategy to Maximize Your Social Security
This Yahoo! Finance article explains how to maximize your Social Security benefits, possible adding another $300,000 to your total lifetime benefits. It suggests that delaying up to age 70 to claim your benefits is a smart move, vs. taking a…
Solutions for Social Security’s Financial Woes
To politicians, Social Security is viewed as a “third rail,” with most not willing to even discuss the modifications which will inevitably be needed to restored the program to financial solvency (“third rail” refers to the electrical power source for…
Retirement Security for your Dependent(s)
With October, which is National Retirement Security Month, just around the corner, it’s important not only look at your personal retirement security but also the retirement security for your dependents. Of course, your spouse is each person’s usual beneficiary but,…
Retirement Advice from an Expert
Dave Ramsey is one of America’s most famous financial gurus, dispensing retirement advice via his books, podcasts, and other media outlets. He’s not without his critics but, largely, even his critics acknowledge that he provides sound advice on retirement matters.…
New Social Security Online Account is Easier to Use
In a continuing effort to provide enhanced online services, the Social Security Administration has announced that they have updated the “my Social Security” account homepage to facilitate access to your personal Social Security information. The new format makes it easier…
The Value of Social Security Knowledge
Here at the AMAC Foundation[1], we are keenly aware that knowledge about Social Security will help everyone choose a course of action which is best for their financial wellbeing. At times, it is someone who is looking ahead to retirement…
Coming Soon: Medicare’s Annual “Open Enrollment” Period!
It’s coming up fast: Medicare’s annual “Open Enrollment Period” which starts each year on October 15th and runs through December 7th. This is the time when American seniors can enroll in or change a stand-alone Medicare Part D Prescription Drug…