Social Security
News, insights and expert analysis on social security from the team at Kiplinger.
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How One Extra Dollar of Income Can Cost You Thousands in RetirementRetirement Even modest changes in retirement income can raise Medicare premiums under IRMAA. Here’s how a small increase can affect your retirement costs.
By Chrissy Paradis
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The Minimum Savings You Need To Retire in All 50 StatesWorried you haven't saved enough for retirement? Here are the average annual expenses and minimum savings amounts needed to get by in all 50 states.
By Donna LeValley
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New Bill Would Eliminate Taxes on Restored Social Security BenefitsSocial Security Taxes on Social Security benefits are stirring debate again, as recent changes could affect how some retirees file their returns this tax season.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Quiz: Do You Know How to Avoid the "Medigap Trap?"Quiz Test your basic knowledge of the "Medigap Trap" in our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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Why Basing Social Security Claims on Break-Even Math Is RiskyYour Social Security break-even age tells you how long you'd need to live for delaying to pay off, but shouldn't be the sole basis for deciding when to claim.
By Kyle Hammerschmidt, Investment Adviser
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How IRAs Impact Social SecurityDo your traditional IRA distributions count as income that could lower your Social Security benefits? It depends.
By Tom Taulli
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Why 'Locking' Your Social Security Number Is the New Credit FreezeHere is how to keep your Social Security number private in an age of aggressive cybercriminals.
By Donna LeValley
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Oval Office Legacies: The Social Security History Quiz
Quiz Test your knowledge of the historical development of Social Security under various U.S. presidents from Roosevelt to Trump.
By Donna LeValley
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Presidents and Social Security: How Presidents Have Impacted America's First Social Insurance PolicySince its inception in 1935, Social Security has expanded its mission and reach. Here is how each president from Roosevelt to Trump has impacted Social Security.
By Donna LeValley
