First round of February Social Security payments goes out in 10 days
The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in 10 days. Here is all you need to know about next month’s Social Security payments,
3 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Social Security -- but Should
Social Security is a critical income source for millions of older Americans today. But whether you’re close to retirement age or are much younger, it’s important to know the ins and outs of how the program works.
3 Little-Known Factors That Could Affect Your Social Security Benefits
A growing number of Americans are heavily reliant on Social Security to make ends meet in retirement. 60% of retirees said Social Security represents a major source of income for them, according to the most recent edition of an annual Gallup poll. While that number fluctuates, it's the second-highest reading in the poll since it started in 2002.
Social Security and You: Why some people don't pay Into Social Security
In some columns I wrote recently about the repeal of laws that affect people who spent a large portion of their careers working at jobs that were not covered by
Social Security: 3 Reasons Your Benefits Might Disappoint You
Key Points Many seniors rely heavily on Social Security — and end up regretting that. Your benefits might replace less of your pre-retirement income than expected. Your cost-of-living adjustments might fall short,
How To Save Social Security — Pay More Taxes? Cut Benefits?
These proposals to save Social Security may require big changes, but Americans want politicians to act. Are you willing to pay more taxes?
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