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Social Security Board Nominee Grilled Over Views on Program Reforms
Candidate questioned on Social Security privatization, raising retirement age and benefit cuts during Senate hearing.
By Esther D’Amico Published
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2024
Retirement Taxes Not all retirees who live in states that tax Social Security benefits have to pay state income taxes. Will your benefits be taxed?
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever
retirement From saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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How the Social Security Bridge Strategy Works
This is how you can wait until age 70 to start collecting Social Security — and capitalize on the annual 8% boost to your benefit.
By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP Published
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Your Social Security Checks Won’t Stop If the Government Shuts Down
How Social Security would be affected by a government shutdown, including what happens to checks and what services would be paused.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Social Security: DeSantis, Haley Split Over Reforms During GOP Debate
Candidates spar over Social Security’s retirement age and COLA increases as the 2024 election year kicks off.
By Esther D’Amico Published
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Almost 40% of Seniors Are Going Back to Work Due to Low COLA. Are You?
Social Security benefit amounts adjust for inflation every year, but the small cost-of-living bump for 2024 might not be enough for seniors, new survey shows.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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When to Expect Your First Social Security Check of 2024
The Social Security monthly payment schedule is based on your birthday.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Social Security Tax Wage Base Jumps 5.2% for 2024
Social Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks this year.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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