It’s the philosopher Confucius who is credited with saying “The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their right…
Category: Social Security 101
Exploring the ‘Suspended Number’ Social Security Scam
We rely on our Social Security number for countless needs. Identification, taxes, and of course retirement benefits all connect to…
This Debt Could Cause Millions to Lose Social Security Benefits
We don’t often think of seniors and student loans in the same conversation. However, more older Americans than you might…
You Can’t Pay Bills With IOUs!
Think the Social Security Trust Fund is like a savings account? Think again. When you worked, payroll taxes came out…
Here’s the Max Social Security Benefit at the FRA in 2026
The Social Security Administration recently announced a 2.8 percent Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). This means the maximum monthly benefit for workers…