Happy Birthday? Retirement Decisions at Age 55+
You may think that only those birthdays ending with a zero are a big deal, but in the world of retirement planning, the ages between 55 and 72 are a busy time. If you will be hitting a “milestone” birthday soon, you’ll have some decisions to make (in addition to what you should plan to…
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Will Social Security Be There For Me?
When we talk with clients about planning for retirement, many express concern about the viability of the Social Security system. Some people feel compelled to start drawing at the earliest possible age to ensure they get some payback. Others request that we omit Social Security income in their retirement projections, despite years of payments into…
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Keeping Your Information Safe
Very few things in life create a higher degree of stress and hassle than having your Social Security Number (SSN) stolen, especially during a pandemic like we are now experiencing. This is because, unlike other forms of ID, the SSN is virtually permanent. While most instances of SSN theft are outside your control, there are…
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Will there be any Social Security funds left by the time I retire?
Chances are you’ve run across this question either in your own mind or hearing someone else voice this concern. Here are a few facts to help answer this question. Social Security is not going bankrupt Currently Social Security funds are near an all-time high. For decades, Social Security has collected more money than it paid…
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