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Monday, November 2, 2026

The Cost of Deferred Social Security Credits

The decision to defer claiming Social Security benefits until age 70 produces a higher monthly payment, That's true, but what about...

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Senate Elections and Social Security’s Insolvency: Coinciding Timelines
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Monday, November 2, 2026

Senate Elections and Social Security’s Insolvency: Coinciding Timelines

A third of the U.S. Senate will be elected or er-elected tomorrow, and that income class will be accountable for unraveling...

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Monday, November 2, 2026

Is there hope for Social Security?

For many folks tuned in the Social Security insolvency projections, it may seem loke déjà vu all over again, as the...

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Monday, November 2, 2026

Ask Rusty – How Can I Find out What I’ve Contributed to Social Security?

Dear Rusty: I have a simple question (I think). How do I find out how much I have paid into Social...

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Friday, October 30, 2026

Understanding the True Nature of Social Security

The popular notion that Social Security is solely a retirement program, with individual contributions tallied into personal accounts, causes many to...

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Friday, October 30, 2026

Understanding the Income Thresholds for Social Security Taxation

Despite contrary claims, Social Security benefits remain subject to income tax. Last year's One Big Beautiful Bill made qualified seniors eligible...

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Friday, October 30, 2026

A Refresher on the Impact of Various Claiming Ages

Although it’s fairly common knowledge that the age at which you claim Social Security benefits affects your monthly payment, it’s worth...

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Midterm Elections: A Wake-up Call on Social Security?
From Social Security Report

Friday, October 30, 2026

Midterm Elections: A Wake-up Call on Social Security?

In just four days, November 3 arrives, bringing the culmination of months of speculation about the composition of the U.S. Congress....

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Friday, October 30, 2026

Straw Poll: Where are the Social Security Concerns?

Social Security insolvency needs to be understood by a broader audience.

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