Medicare enrollment can often be confusing, and the addition of Medicare Advantage plans only adds to the confusion. Do you simply enroll in Original Medicare, do you add a prescription drug plan, or do you sign up for an Advantage plan? Medicare Advantage plans have many benefits. They allow you to manage all your health Read more…
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Medicare Basics: 8 Things You Should Know | Full Guide
When it comes to health insurance, most people have heard of Medicare. However, not everyone knows exactly what Medicare is or what it covers. You might think that Medicare coverage is only for senior citizens, but that is not always the case. Medicare provides many great benefits, including hospital insurance coverage, doctor visits, and prescription Read more…
Medicare VS. Medicaid | What’s The Difference? (Complete Guide)
Medicare and Medicaid are two terms that get thrown around frequently when discussing health care coverage. Many people seem to use them almost interchangeably although the two are completely separate and distinct programs. Medicare is an insurance program, while Medicaid is intended more as an assistance program. So, just what are the differences between the Read more…
How To Apply For SSI | Step-By-Step Details
Supplemental Security Income benefits help many Americans afford the basic necessities of life. Unlike traditional Social Security disability benefits, you do not need a work history to qualify for SSI benefits. There are also other ways to qualify for these benefits without having a disability. If you think you might be eligible for benefits, you Read more…
Future Of Social Security | 5 Changes That Could Affect You
The future of Social Security has been a hot topic for the past several years. With millions of retirees relying on the plan for retirement income, an uncertain future definitely makes them a little uneasy. We continue to hear in the news that Social Security is running out of money, but is that true? Just Read more…
Social Security Scams | How To Identify & Avoid Them (Full Guide)
Most people know that they should protect their Social Security number as much as possible. If your SSN falls into the hands of a thief, then they can cause some serious damage to your finances and credit history. However, there are scammers out there who attempt to trick you into providing your Social Security number. Read more…
8 (BIG) Social Security Changes Coming In 2023
The Social Security Administration (SSA) doesn’t make massive changes very often. Most Social Security beneficiaries receive their monthly check without thinking too much about the program’s future. However, current and soon-to-be retirees are going to see some big changes in 2023. In fact, these changes are likely to be the biggest changes to Social Security Read more…
The History Of Social Security: How & Why It Started | Complete Guide
Most Americans are familiar with Social Security, but many do not understand exactly how it works. They might work for years and pay Social Security taxes, but very few understand the original purpose of Social Security. Many might think that Social Security has been around forever, but it only started in 1935. So, exactly how Read more…
Is Social Security Taxable? | Comprehensive Guide + Examples
Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits each month, and many of those people struggle to survive on just those benefits alone. If you are wondering how much Social Security pays, the average Social Security check in 2022 was only about $1,600 per month, so that is not a large income. Income taxes on those Read more…
Social Security Strategies for Married Couples
Most people don’t think of social security and strategy as going together. But they do go together because they are both essential in planning how to receive the best social security benefits. Not only the best social security benefits for you but also your spouse. Social security strategies vary from article to article. But there are Read more…
