Have You Checked Your Social Security Statement for Errors?
What should you do if you find errors in your Social Security statement? The author lists some suggestions and also highlights the need to periodically check your statements.
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Which States Have the Highest Income Tax Rates?
A new report breaks down income tax rates by state. Which states are likely to be best for retirees?
Second-Litter Subsidy Says A Lot About Social Security
The author says a little used feature of Social Security says a lot about the program’s coming crisis. It may cost future retirees nearly 1/2 trillion in benefits.
Can I Estimate What My Monthly CSRS and Social Security Payments Will Be?
I’m confused about my 35 years of CSRS Offset and Social Security pensions. Can I estimate how much will I get in monthly pensions from both?
Your Lost Savings on Social Security
How much money is Social Security costing you in terms of lost savings? The author offers an analysis.
How Does the GPO Affect Your Pension?
What is the Government Pension Offset, and how does it affect your pension?
How Does the WEP Affect Your Retirement Income?
What is the Windfall Elimination Provision, and how can it affect your retirement income?
Turning Social Security Into Welfare
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) shared his ideas on Social Security in a recent interview. The author says they would ultimately turn it into a welfare program.
CBO’s Improving, Pessimistic View of Social Security’s Future
A new CBO report highlights improvements to the financial health of Social Security but remains pessimistic about its future overall.
When Can You Expect Your First Social Security Payment?
When can you expect to get your first Social Security payment in retirement? The answer might surprise you.
