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Social Security’s Deficits Still Rising According to 2017 Trustees Report

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithJuly 14, 2017 1:33 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The 2017 Trustees report shows some significant improvements for Social Security, and yet the costs to fix the program are exploding higher.

Will Working Longer Increase My Social Security Benefits?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJuly 12, 2017 5:22 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Q&A Leave a comment
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Will working longer increase Social Security benefits? Here are some key points for federal retirees.

Social Security Needs More Independent Oversight

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithJuly 10, 2017 10:48 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Social Security hasn’t had Public Trustees in two years, and the author says the fact that President Trump hasn’t nominated a replacement should frighten the average person worried about the financial stability of the program. Who is producing the numbers that guide the discussion of Social Security?

Clinical Psychologist Convicted for His Role in $600 Million Social Security Disability Scheme

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: June 24, 2017 12:01 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A clinical psychologist in Kentucky has been convicted for his role in a scheme to defraud the Social Security Administration of more than $600 million.

2.1% COLA in 2018?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 7, 2017 9:20 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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One organization estimates the COLA for 2018 will be 2.1%.

5 Social Security Questions Everybody Should Be Able To Answer (Before Retiring)

FedSmith.com author Kelly MonroeBy Kelly MonroeMay 30, 2017 2:22 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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When is the best age to take Social Security? The author provides some considerations for federal employees under FERS.

Is Social Security a Safety-Net or a Stipend For Wealthy Seniors?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithUpdated: May 20, 2017 2:48 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Most people consider Social Security a safety net, but new research suggests that benefits fall disproportionately to the wealthy in retirement. The author provides an analysis.

How to Cut Your Tax Bill on Your Federal Retirement Income

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeApril 23, 2017 1:06 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Most of us don’t like paying taxes, but we have to. The author provides some tips on how you can save on taxes levied on your federal retirement benefits.

Full Social Security Retirement Benefits and a COLA Update

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: April 24, 2017 11:36 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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Requirements for full Social Security retirement benefits are changing in 2018. Also, here is an update on the 2018 COLA.

Five Steps Toward Your Financial Security

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeApril 15, 2017 2:42 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

As part of National Social Security Month, the Social Security Administration is providing various activities to make the public more aware of the benefits of Social Security.

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