Tag: Social Security claiming
Two different measures tell a similar story. Working longer has been generally accepted as good advice for a secure retirement. It directly increases current income; it allows people to contribute more to their 401(k)s; it shortens the period of retirement; and, importantly, delaying claiming of Social Security results in a much higher monthly benefit. T…
DOGE attack on Social Security sparks anxiety about program’s stability. DOGE’s attack on Social Security has put the agency’s operations at risk, compromised the security of personal data, and created widespread anxiety about the reliability of the program. At the same time claims are surging. Although the agency suggests other reasons for the surge, I…
