Social Security Alerts, News & Updates
Oh, how delightfully simple Social Security is. Because nothing says “user-friendly government program” like a system where timing your claim wrong can cost you thousands of dollars for the rest of your life. But hey, at least they make the…
Millions of retirees rely entirely on Social Security for their monthly income. With the average Social Security benefit sitting around $2,000 per month, that barely covers basic expenses in today’s economy. Shocking, right? Even if you’re lucky enough to have…
Oh, wonderful news for America’s seniors! Just when you thought retirement couldn’t get any more delightful, the government has decided to sprinkle some extra excitement into your golden years. Apparently, your Social Security check might be taking a little diet…
Oh, wonderful. Another heartwarming tale of American retirement planning at its finest. Because apparently, watching your parents spiral into financial despair is just another Tuesday in the land of the free and the home of the financially unprepared. So here…
Understanding Social Security Benefits After Losing Your Spouse Well, congratulations. Life just handed you one of its most devastating curveballs. Naturally, while you’re processing the emotional wreckage, the government expects you to navigate their bureaucratic maze to claim Social Security…
When you think about Social Security, what comes to mind? For most Americans, it’s a crucial safety net that helps secure their retirement years. However, according to Martha Shedden, co-founder of the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA),…
Social Security Survivor Benefits: Because Apparently Grandchildren Matter Too When most people think about Social Security benefits, they picture elderly folks shuffling to their mailboxes for monthly checks. Naturally, this makes perfect sense since Social Security has built quite the…
Getting Your Timing Right: Age and Marriage Considerations Oh, wonderful. Here’s a delightful little statistic that’ll surely brighten your day: according to Forbes, a whopping 96% of Americans manage to lose an average of $111,000 in Social Security income because…
So, you’ve made it to 70 and you’re still working and you’re still punching the clock? Congratulations on missing the retirement memo! Now you’re faced with the thrilling decision about whether to claim your Social Security benefits. What a delightful…
Oh, wonderful news for all you Social Security recipients out there! The typical retired worker currently collects about $2,000 a month in Social Security benefits. Some retirees get more, some get less—how thrilling for everyone relying on these retirement payments.…
Oh Look, Seniors Get a “Generous” $4,000 Social Security Tax Deduction House Republicans have unveiled their “One, Big, Beautiful” tax bill with a temporary $4,000 deduction for older adults. This new “bonus” deduction replaces the previously discussed idea of eliminating…
Golden Years? More Like Garnished Years: Seniors Face Social Security Squeeze The “Gift” That Keeps on Taking: Student Loans in Retirement Christine Farro has cut back on presents for her grandkids and postponed vet care for her pets. How thoughtful…
DOGE Cuts Trigger Social Security Slowdowns, Tougher Rules The Social Security Administration is facing unprecedented challenges as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) implements sweeping changes. These modifications are significantly impacting how millions of Americans access their Social Security benefits—the…
Teacher’s Retirement Plan Hits Social Security Roadblock Oh, the joys of retirement planning! Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out—you’ve marked your calendar, filled out the paperwork, and even dreamed about that hammock in Costa Rica—the Social…
Oh Great, Social Security Adds More Hoops to Jump Through in 2025 Wonderful news for all you Social Security dependents out there! Because apparently, the current system isn’t bureaucratic enough, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has decided to “strengthen” their…
Social Security Applications Surge as Retirement Fears Grow Well, isn’t this just fantastic? Social Security benefits are suddenly all the rage since the Department of Government Efficiency (how’s that for an ironic acronym – DOGE) started poking around for “waste…
Social Security Slashes Benefit Recovery Rate to 50 Percent Well, isn’t the Social Security Administration just the picture of generosity? They’ve magnanimously decided to reduce their withholding rate on Social Security benefit overpayments from 100% to a mere 50%. How…
Should You Claim Social Security at 62 and Invest the Money? (Or: How to Gamble with Your Golden Years) Oh, sure, one of your most critical retirement decisions is when to start collecting Social Security benefits. You can begin claiming…
President Trump’s 2026 budget proposal maintains Social Security Administration funding at $12.7 billion, keeping it exactly the same while operational costs for the Social Security system rise by over $600 million annually. This approach to Social Security funding creates significant…
Oh joy, another thrilling update from our friends at Social Security! Because apparently, they’ve decided to make contacting them “easier” – and by easier, I mean adding more hoops for you to jump through when dealing with the Social Security…
Undocumented immigrants cannot legally collect Social Security benefits without proper documentation. The Social Security system requires a valid Social Security number (SSN), which is only available to those with work authorization from the Department of Homeland Security. This creates a…
Some SSI Recipients to Receive Triple Social Security Payments in May Oh, lucky day! Some fortunate Social Security recipients might just hit the government jackpot this May. Three whole Social Security checks in one month—because clearly, the Social Security Administration…
Choose the Best Age to Start Collecting Social Security Spousal Benefits Oh, wonderful! Another thrilling chapter in the riveting saga of Social Security planning. Because nothing says “living the dream” quite like spending your golden years navigating government bureaucracy. Social…
Ah, the modern morning ritual – alarm goes off, and the first thing we do is check our bank accounts. Because nothing says “good morning” quite like making sure your Social Security benefits haven’t magically disappeared overnight. How wonderfully normal…
Retiring With a Healthy Nest Egg? Oh, Uncle Sam Has Plans for Your Social Security Benefits Congratulations on Saving! Your Reward? Federal Taxes! So you’ve been responsible your whole life. While many Americans reach retirement with barely enough savings to…
Social Security Debate: Both Parties Seek Solutions as Deadline Looms Oh, wonderful news, everyone! Social Security is on shaky financial ground. Isn’t that just delightful? Nothing quite like the impending collapse of a system millions of Americans depend on to…
Why 96% of Americans Claim Social Security Before Age 70 Oh, congratulations America! A whopping 96% of us have figured out how to leave money on the Social Security retirement table. What an achievement! Only 4% of Americans actually wait…
Social Security Taxation at the State Level: 9 States Still Can’t Let Go Oh, congratulations! You’ve slaved away for decades, dutifully paying into Social Security, and now you’re ready to collect your “reward.” But wait—what’s this? Your hard-earned Social Security…
Social Security Under Strain: Former Commissioner Warns of Challenges Ahead Social Security, America’s largest government program providing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to millions, is facing unprecedented challenges. For nearly a century, Social Security has served as the financial foundation…
Trump’s Brilliant Plan to Make Immigrants “Disappear” Without Actually Deporting Them Oh, how clever! The Trump administration has discovered a revolutionary new approach to immigration enforcement—just pretend immigrants don’t exist! Why bother with messy deportations when you can simply declare…