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Social Security Survivor Benefits
No one likes to think about what life will be like for those you love if you are no longer around. However, it is an important part of planning for
Social Security and the Self-Employed
For most people who have jobs in the U.S., Social Security contributions are something that is automatic. It is not something you need to worry about because your employer takes
When Should I Start Collecting Social Security?
You can start collecting Social Security payments once you hit the age of 62. However, is it wise to do so? That depends on your situation. For most people, though,
How Cost of Living Adjustments are Calculated
When you file for Social Security benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your lifetime earnings are used to determine the amount of your monthly retirement benefit. However, this number is not static
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Stretch Your Retirement Budget
You’ve worked hard all your life. You do not want to enter retirement worrying about how you are going to pay for medical costs, insurance, groceries, and other bills. The
Supplementing Your Retirement Income
Retirement is something you may have been looking forward to for quite some time. You may have been saving for it since you began working with the hopes of leading
Restructuring Your Budget for Retirement
If you are like many people, you have been planning and building a nest egg for decades for the moment when you finally reach retirement age. However, have you also
Retirement Account Withdrawal Strategies
Like most things in life, retirement fund withdrawals should be carefully planned to maximize your assets and get the most mileage from your retirement funds. Of course, the first act