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When to Apply for Social Security
Understanding Social Security Benefits Social Security benefits are a crucial source of income for many Americans in retirement. However, understanding the program and its benefits can be confusing. To begin with, Social Security benefits are calculated based on your earnings over your working years. The Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates your average indexed monthly earnings (AIME) and uses a formula…
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When Can I Withdraw from 401k?
Overview of 401k Withdrawal Rules and Regulations When it comes to withdrawing money from your 401k account, there are rules and regulations in place to ensure that the retirement savings are used for their intended purpose. One of the most important things to keep in mind is that you cannot withdraw money from your 401k account without penalty before the…
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Will Social Security Run Out? Understanding the Future of Social Security
The Current State of Social Security Funding Social Security is a federal program that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to eligible individuals. The program is funded through payroll taxes paid by workers and employers, and these taxes are deposited into the Social Security Trust Fund. In recent years, there has been concern about the financial stability of the Social…
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