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History of Social Security and its Evolution
The want for economic security is no new trend. We’ve laid out the evolution of Social Security and how it’s developed into the program it is today.
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Allocation to Social Security for Just a Part of Retirement Income
For most Americans, Social Security only accounts for a portion of their retirement income. Here’s how you can fill this gap to ensure you have enough income during your golden years.
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Taxing Social Security Benefits
Your combined income affects how much your Social Security benefits are taxed. Learn what tax bracket you fall into.
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Recent Changes to Social Security Benefits
Recent changes to the Social Security Act affect how married couples can claim for spousal benefits. Find out if these amendments change your claiming strategy.
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Cost of Living Adjustment for Social Security
Social Security is impacted by the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) which accounts for inflation changes. Because of concern of how adequate this adjustment is, there are possible alternatives for Social Security reflecting inflation increases.
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Claim Your Social Security Benefits Based on Your Circumstance
While you can claim your Social Security benefits at different times, there isn’t a single age that is right for everyone. It’s important to consider these facts when deciding which age is right for you.
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Social Security Options and Their Requirements
Social Security offers more than just guaranteed income. You may be eligible to receive disability, spousal, survivor, and medical benefits.
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Social Security by Age of Participant
Knowing when you’re eligible to receive Social Security impacts your retirement planning. We’ve broken down the three key ages for when you can start.
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Requirements for Social Security Benefits
With Social Security playing an increasingly important role in retirement planning, it’s important to fully understand what you need to do during your working years to qualify for Social Security benefits.
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The Good and Bad of Social Security
You know that Social Security plays a significant role in retirement, but what are the overlooked pros and cons of it? We’ve laid them out here.