The main difference between social security disability insurance and social security retirement is simple. With Social Security disability insurance, you have to prove that you’re disabled. Social Security retirement, however, is based on age. We typically advise our clients not to work unless...
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Calculating Social Security Retirement Benefits in 3 Simple Steps
I’m going to show you how to calculate Social Security retirement benefits, and there are only THREE SIMPLE STEPS. This video will break down what is often thought of as a complex calculation into something that's much easier to understand. Find your inflation factors Historical Bend Points...
The Top 7 Questions about the Government Pension Offset (GPO)
If you’ve ever worked in a government job where you didn’t pay Social Security taxes and earned a pension from that work, it’s critical that you understand the Government Pension Offset because this rule can drastically reduce, or even completely eliminate, your Social Security spousal or...
Maximizing Your Social Security: Finding the Best Break-Even Calculator ⏳ 🎯
If you’re trying to decide the best age to file for Social Security Benefits, using a Social Security break-even calculator can give you some important data to help you make the right decision. In this video, I'll tell you how to use one of these calculators and how to access one for free....
Divorce and Social Security: Understanding Spousal Benefits
If you have a prior marriage, you can get a spousal benefit from your ex-spouse if you meet the qualifications. In today’s video, I’ll cover these qualifications and answer the top questions I receive on this topic. Resources mentioned in this video: My Video: Spousal Benefits Simplified My Video:...