Social Security
As Predicted, Social Security Closes Door on Benefits 'Do-Over' Strategy
The Social Security Administration has eliminated a loophole that had allowed recipients to claim early and then reapply for a higher benefit rate . . .
Read more47 Secret Veterans' Benefits for Seniors
Many veterans don't realize all the benefits available to them. This book provides older veterans with insider tips to help them get their full benefits, some of which pay for long-term care services.
Read moreBOOK REVIEW: The Hard Times Guide to Retirement Security
A journalist who covers retirement security issues has written a manual packed with strategies for achieving a happy and fulfilling retirement despite the dismal economy.
Read moreGetting Social Security Checks While Living Overseas
Many retirees look forward to traveling in their retirement. More and more are actually retiring overseas, in part as a way to stretch savings. But what happens to retirees' federal benefits while they are out of the country?...
Read moreTop Questions About Discussing Long-Term Care Planning
At what point is it appropriate for grown children, spouses, caregivers or friends to attempt to discuss . . .
Read moreSocial Security Adds New Online Medicare Application
Just because you're not signing up for Social Security yet doesn't mean you should postpone enrolling in Medicare at age 65 . . .
Read moreSocial Security Calculator Now Available to Delayed Retirees
Social Security's Retirement Estimator is now available for people who have signed up for Medicare but are delaying retirement . . .
Read moreThe Boomer's Guide to Aging Parents
As members of the Boomer generation become caretakers for their parents, more and more guides are popping up to aid them. This one covers topics that other books often gloss over.
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