Retirement income sources to consider when Social Security isn't enough to make ends meet
You'll have the best chance of staying comfortable in retirement if you have other sources of income to supplement your Social Security benefits.
What Donald Trump’s Presidency Could Mean For Social Security
President-elect Donald Trump's plans to protect Social Security benefits could give retirees more money in their pockets, but it could also deplete the program's funds more quickly over the long term.
How Social Security works best to maximize your retirement income
Retirement researchers say Social Security is a "nearly perfect" retirement income generator — here's what that means.
Changes in retirement age and Social Security that you must know in 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is a cornerstone for over 64 million retirees in the United States, ensuring their financial security. A new Senate proposal to raise the eligibility age has sparked widespread debate.
Second round of January Social Security payments goes out in six days
Here is all you need to know about this month’s Social Security payments, which go out in three rounds. When does the check arrive? Social Security payments typically begin on t
Social Security Income: Tax-Free or Not? Expert Explains
Financial adviser Jeffrey Levine breaks down when Social Security benefits are tax-free and the importance of understanding your unique situation.
Social Security Matters
My wife will reach her full Social Security benefit at 66.5 years of age which is just under 2 years away for her now. If she were to begin to get her monthly check now (i.e. early), would that prevent her from being eligible for the spousal benefit to receive half of what I am currently drawing?
How to get help contesting a Social Security decision
I turned in my forms to the local Social Security office within the correct window, but that office lost my paperwork and now refuses to accept it.
Ask the Hammer: Is Social Security Income Tax-Free?
In a recent episode of "Ask the Hammer," financial expert Jeffrey Levine from Buckingham addressed a common concern among Social Security recipients: the potential need for tax withholding on their benefits. The question came from a reader whose sole income source is Social Security, amounting to between $26,000 and $27,000 annually.
How to prepare for Social Security benefit taxes if you'll owe them in 2025
The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of some retirees if their provisional income exceeds thresholds for ...
Want the Max $5,108 Social Security Benefit? Here's the Salary You Need
The fact is, however, a handful of people are doing pretty well with their Social Security benefits, collecting this year's ...
Cooling COLA: 2024 Social Security Benefits Up 3.2% Amid Lower Inflation
The average Social Security payment will rise by more than $50 per month starting in January, thanks to the federal ...
Social Security Fairness Act Will Boost Retirement Benefits For Millions. Will You Be Impacted?
The new Social Security Fairness Act was just signed into law by President Biden. What is the Act and how could it impact ...
41 States That Don't Tax Social Security Benefits
The good news is that in most cases, Social Security is not taxable at the state level. 41 states do not tax Social Security ...
Who Is Affected By The Social Security Fairness Act And What To Do Next
Over 2 million Social Security beneficiaries had their retirement incomes reduced because of two programs. Here's how the ...
10 Ways Retirees Can Manage Income Distribution
The goal of a retirement income plan is to make the most of your money while ensuring that it lasts. These 10 strategies can ...
2 High-Yield ETFs That Could Supercharge Your Retirement Income
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