Make a Habit of Checking Your Social Security Earnings Record by Chad Stone | Jul 11, 2020 | Personal Finance Have you checked your Social Security earnings record lately? For a lot of people, the answer is: “No.” Many may not even know what a Social Security earnings record is. Maybe you think it’s enough to know the basics of the benefits program that supports millions of older Americans. We know the Social Security Administration […]
Plan and Protect Your Retirement With 2 Simple Social Security Tools by Chad Stone | Jun 29, 2020 | Personal Finance The SSA Office of the Inspector General and AARP are teaming up to help educate older Americans on scams that target benefits.
If You’re In This Age Group, Prepare Now for a 13% Social Security Cut by Chad Stone | Jun 20, 2020 | News One fix is for policymakers to legislate for an ad hoc increase in benefits for those turning 60 this year.
2 Ways to Fix the Impending Social Security Funding Crisis by Chad Stone | Jun 15, 2020 | News The current 12.4% Social Security payroll tax is equally split between employees and employers, but it would have to be increased substantially in order to keep Social Security funded.
You May Qualify for 50% of Your Ex-Spouse’s Social Security Benefits by Chad Stone | Jun 13, 2020 | Personal Finance Social Security divorce benefits are very similar to spousal benefits, but one thing to keep in mind is, like regular Social Security benefits, your full retirement age will determine the amount you get.
