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Ask Rusty: What Counts for Social Security’s Earnings Limit?
Dear Rusty: I retired on Feb. 1, 2022. I collect a pension from my employer plus a union pension, as well as Social Security, all
Ask Rusty: Will My Work Earnings Affect My SS Benefits?
Dear Rusty: I am presently 67 years of age and am still working full time. I am receiving Medicare coverage, but I have not yet
Ask Rusty: Can I Get Survivor Benefits While Still Working?
Dear Rusty: I lost my wife several years ago and I qualified for Social Security spousal benefits. Unfortunately, because of my income, I have not
Ask Rusty: For Some Simple Guidance About Medicare
Dear Rusty: I’m nearing 68 years old, have never signed up for Medicare, but am thinking that I should look into it. I’m currently covered
Ask Rusty: Will My Wife’s Benefit Change My Claiming Decision?
Dear Rusty: I’ll be 69 in April 2023, and my wife will be 59 [in about a month]. I’m still working and am trying to
Ask Rusty: How Do I Avoid Pitfalls & Get Maximum Social Security?
Dear Rusty: I turned 70 in June of this year and want to start receiving benefits. I am currently working full time as well. I
Ask Rusty: How Do I Receive My Social Security ASAP?
Dear Rusty: I was wondering how far in advance of my 62nd birthday in November 2023 should I file my Social Security benefits paperwork in
Ask Rusty: How Do I Handle an Overpayment Notice from SSA?
Dear Rusty: Things have gone well for me until now. I got a job and have enjoyed going back to work after being retired. But
Ask Rusty: Octogenarian Asks About Wife’s Spousal & Survivor Benefits
Dear Rusty: I am now 80 and my wife is 76, and we both took early Social Security benefits at age 62. When my wife
Ask Rusty: About Applying for Social Security Benefits
Dear Rusty: I will be turning 65 this December and will most likely continue working until July 2024 at my current job. It is possible