Social-security
News, insights and expert analysis on social security from the team at Kiplinger.
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47 Local Social Security Offices to Close After DOGE Cuts
Here's the list of the 47 local Social Security Offices that have been or are in the process of being closed.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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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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Can Both Spouses Collect Social Security Benefits? What You Need to Know
Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes: Are You Prepared?
Social Security To maximize Social Security Fairness Act benefits, retirees will have to minimize unexpected tax burdens.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Social Security Fairness Act: Good News for Retirees?
Millions will be affected by new rules that boost Social Security benefits. But if you qualify, there may be knock-on effects on your retirement cash flow.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Social Security Administration Warns of Massive Layoffs: What It Means to You
The Social Security Administration is gearing up to layoff thousands of workers. Here’s how it can impact you.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Delay Social Security Benefits — Even by a Month — to Boost Your Check
social security You don't need to wait an entire year beyond your full retirement age to earn delayed retirement credits.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Can I Stop Social Security and Restart it Later? Ditch the Regret
Get a Social Security do-over. Learn how to stop and restart Social Security.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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Social Security Payment Delayed? Four Reasons Why
Social Security payments are a relied upon source of income in retirement. To keep them flowing make sure you don’t make these four mistakes.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published