Tag: social security

Should I Take Social Security Now and Invest It, or Wait Until I’m 70?

Stacy Johnson on June 1, 2020

Planning to take Social Security early and invest it? Here’s why you should think twice.

An Easy Way to Avoid a Tax Day Bill on Your Social Security Income

Brandon Ballenger on May 14, 2020

Even if your Social Security retirement benefits are taxable, you can avoid owing money at tax time.

Here’s How Much the Buying Power of Social Security Has Plunged

Karla Bowsher on May 12, 2020

This is why retirees can buy far less with their Social Security payments today than 20 years ago.

5 Ways the Coronavirus Might Hurt Your Social Security

Chris Kissell on May 2, 2020

Your Social Security benefits are not immune to the ravages of the pandemic.

9 Social Security Terms Everyone Should Know

Jim Gold on April 30, 2020

How many of these key Social Security concepts do you know?

5 Ways to Get Social Security Help While Offices Are Closed

Chris Kissell on March 18, 2020

All local offices across the country are closed, but the Social Security Administration is ready for business.

The Annuity Everyone Needs — and Anybody Can Get

Chris Kissell on March 1, 2020

This simple strategy can put more money in your pocket during retirement.

6 Types of People Who Can’t Count on Social Security

Miranda Marquit on February 29, 2020

If you fall into one of these groups, don’t assume that you will receive benefits.

Will My Social Security Benefits Get Taxed?

Stacy Johnson on February 17, 2020

If you have sources of retirement income other than Social Security, it’s possible you’ll have to pay taxes on your Social Security income. But it may not be as bad as you think.

This Clever Scam Cost a Politician’s Family $150,000: Will It Get You Too?

Chris Kissell on February 16, 2020

A state representative and his wife lost big money in a growing Social Security scam. Here’s what you should know.

7 Social Security Blunders That Can Ruin Your Retirement

Lucy Lazarony on February 9, 2020

Making even one of these mistakes can easily cost you tens of thousands of dollars.

70% of Older Adults Botch This Basic Retirement Question

Chris Kissell on February 2, 2020

Can you answer this fundamental retirement income question?

7 Reasons You Should Not Claim Social Security Early

Donna Freedman on January 20, 2020

The sooner you claim your Social Security retirement benefits, the more you — and perhaps also your spouse — stand to lose. Here are the stakes.

3 Costly Social Security Mistakes That Women Make

Miranda Marquit on January 6, 2020

Women face unique challenges when planning for retirement and making these mistakes can result in a skimpier retirement.

4 Ways the Social Security System Will Change in 2020

Karla Bowsher on December 31, 2019

These adjustments will impact both workers and retirees in the new year.

5 Reasons You Should Claim Social Security ASAP

Miranda Marquit on December 29, 2019

Experts often recommend postponing claiming your Social Security retirement benefits. But there are situations in which you should start taking the money sooner.