Last night, my friend, Jane, invited me for drinks on her deck. We spent a lovely evening overlooking the Frying Pan River. “I’m going to do exactly what you told me to do about Social Security,” she said at one point. Of course, I didn’t remember what I’d told her, but she reminded me. Jane […]
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Retire at 65? Are you searching for the best time to start collecting Social Security benefits? Confused about the consequences of your actions? Many of us are. Social Security has a multitude of rules and regulations. It can be hard to figure out what they all mean, but more importantly, what do they mean to […]
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Medicare Part C 2017 Medicare is divided into four parts: Part A, B, C, and D. Each part covers different services. Part C is a combination of the parts and provided by a single health organization. Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage Plans, are all-inclusive plans offered by private insurance companies. They operate like […]
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Medicare Part D 2017 Medicare Part D is Prescription Drug Coverage. The plans are not offered by Medicare, but by private insurance companies that must meet specific standards. To Qualify To qualify, you must participate in Part A and Part B. Offered by Outside Insurance Companies Medicare itself does not offer Part D policies. The […]
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MEDIGAP Medicare has four parts: Part A, B, C, and D. Each part covers a different service. Medigap supplements your coverage. Medigap: What is it? Medigap is also known as Medicare Supplemental Insurance. It is extra health insurance you buy from a private company that provides coverage for deductibles, co-pays, and services that are not […]
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IS IT BEST TO WAIT AS LONG AS POSSIBLE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY? NOT NECESSARILY! Are you searching for that magic moment that will give you the most from Social Security? How do you find it? Where will you look? Waiting for Social Security Can Cost You You can begin collecting Social Security any time between […]
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The choices you make today will affect your Social Security payment amount later on. This is true, even if you are in your 60s and are rapidly approaching retirement age. It’s especially true for our daughters and granddaughters, who still have several years, or even decades, to go before retirement age. I always thought that […]
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5 TIPS TO NEW SOCIAL SECURITY LAW The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 made some significant changes to Social Security law. The new laws do away with some lucrative claiming strategies. You may still be eligible for these additional funds, but if you are, you need to act quickly. If you will be 66 or […]
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Social Security: How is it Calculated? As you approach retirement, you’ll want to know what your future Social security payment will be. As I talk to readers, I find there is confusion about how benefits are calculated. Some think it is based on your last five or ten years of work and that taking a […]
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Social Security is a major component of retirement financial existence. Knowing these facts will help you make informed decisions that may affect your income for the rest of your life. FULL RETIREMENT AGE Full Retirement Age is when Social Security considers you eligible for full retirement benefits. Full Retirement Age used to be 65 for […]
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