Elliot Marks, Author Bio

The term “government shutdown” seems to be appearing in the news headlines more and more often over the past few years. In fact, the American government entered a shutdown three times during 2018. But what does it mean when the government is shut down? Which government agencies are affected, and will your income be affected Read more…

Social Security is a system which makes it possible to track earnings record and then apply benefits based on contribution once that person has retired or become disabled. All working citizens and residents of the United States must have a Social Security number unless they are legally exempted. That means all legal citizens have responsibilities Read more…

Managing your Social Security benefits online is a simple process. Once you get the hang of it, you might realize it’s faster than going to an office most of the time! The Social Security Administration offers several of their most popular services through their online platform, and it’s been saving people time every day. Here Read more…

Many people know about Social Security spousal benefits, and many receive benefits based on their spouse’s work history. Some couples rely on both of these monthly payments to meet their financial obligations. So, what happens when the primary beneficiary dies? The surviving spouse might qualify for survivor benefits, and the benefit amount can be as Read more…

When it comes to Social Security benefits, married couples can sometimes take advantage of benefits not available to individuals. Those who are married can get retirement benefits based on their spouse’s work record, even if they don’t have a work record of their own. People use several strategies to take advantage of these benefits, and Read more…

When you are disabled, it can be difficult to get the resources you need to take care of yourself or even your family. Applying for disability benefits can help get you on your feet and ready for moving forward. In addition to monthly payments, disability and all other Social Security payments come with several benefits Read more…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) pays benefits to millions of Americans each month. Many people believe that you automatically qualify for Social Security benefits when you retire, but that is not always the case. There are some requirements that must be met before you will qualify for retirement benefits. So, how can you be sure Read more…