Social Security
Articles tagged "Social Security"
Key October payment dates for Social Security, SSDI, and SSI
October is one of the most important months of the year if you rely on Social Security, SSDI, or SSI. Here are the exact October payment dates, plus the key ann…
What the former deputy commissioner wants you to know about Social Security
A former deputy commissioner of Social Security says the program is not going bankrupt—but changes are coming. Here’s what that likely means for your benefits, …
Should you really wait until 70 to claim Social Security?
You’ve probably heard that you should delay Social Security as long as possible. But most people don’t — and there are good reasons why. Here’s how the math act…
What a lower Social Security retirement age to 60 could mean for you
There’s a new proposal in Congress that would let some workers claim full Social Security benefits as early as age 60. Here’s what the bill is trying to do, the…
What a flat Social Security raise could mean for your benefits
Social Security raises are usually based on a percentage, which quietly favors people with higher benefits. A flat dollar raise would flip that, helping lower-b…
What a Social Security tax hike could mean for your retirement
Social Security is facing a funding deadline, and lawmakers are quietly starting to talk about tax increases and benefit changes. Here’s what might actually cha…
Why your retirement tax bracket is probably lower than you think
Many people assume their retirement income will push them into high tax brackets, but the math usually tells a different story. Here’s how Social Security, dedu…
Common Social Security questions I hear all the time (and how to think through them)
From “Is Social Security a Ponzi scheme?” to “Did I ruin my benefits by filing early?”, this article walks through real-world Social Security questions and expl…
