The following chart illustrates how the age you begin receiving benefits can greatly affect the amount of income you receive from Social Security every month. The chart assumes a full retirement age of 66, and a base benefit at full retirement age of $2,000 (which is nearly the maximum Social … [Read more...]
Social Security Myth Debunked
Question: Help! I'm 62 and my income is declining. Should I take social security now to lock in my benefits? Quick answer: this is not a good reason to take social security early. Social security uses your highest 35 years in calculating your benefit. They index the years before age 60 for … [Read more...]
April 2009 Newsletter
The April 2009 newsletter is now available online. It includes an update on market conditions, plus information on the Cobra subsidy, writing off worthless securities on your taxes, an estate planning pitfall to avoid, a conversation for parents about saving for retirement vs. college, and a how-to … [Read more...]
Retirement V. College
So many parents struggle with the dilemma of whether they should prioritize saving for kids' college or their own retirement. Some parents believe that children benefit the most from being responsible for their own college funding through personal work, savings, scholarships, and borrowing to get … [Read more...]
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