Dear Oakley, What is the Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment for 2021, and how is COLA calculated? Thanks so much! Maura Monney --- Dear Maura, The Social Security Administration announced this week that the … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Social Security Strategies for Solo Agers
September 18, 2020 by
Dear Angel, I am 61 and considering whether to take my Social Security benefits next year or to wait. I am single and don’t have any children. Do you have any tips for someone in my situation? Thanks for your help! Earl … [Read more...]
Print This PageWill the Coronavirus Pandemic Affect Social Security?
April 28, 2020 by
Mike is 58 and hopes to retire from the government in seven years. His wife Diane will be 56 in the spring and plans to retire when Mike does. Similar to most people these days, they are staying at home and have had some time to … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Can I Delay Enrollment of Medicare if I Have Not Yet Claimed Social Security?
January 17, 2020 by
Dear Oakley, I’m turning 65 and I have not yet claimed my Social Security benefits because I thought it would make good financial sense to wait. Can I choose to wait to enroll in Medicare as well? Thanks! Juana … [Read more...]
Print This PageTop 19 Articles of 2019
January 3, 2020 by
Those who read our newsletter or follow our blog know that we covered a lot of ground in 2019. This past year, the Federal Tax Act increased the federal estate and gift tax exemption from $11.18 million dollars per person to $11.4 … [Read more...]
Print This Page2020 Key Elder Law Dollar Amounts
November 22, 2019 by
Every year we release the key dollar amounts that are frequently used in elder law, including Medicaid figures, Medicare premiums, Social Security Disability, and Supplemental Security Income. Since most of these figures have been … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Been the victim of a Social Security Scam? There’s a New Online Form for That!
November 22, 2019 by
Dear Magic, My mother was the victim of a Social Security scam. I told her she should report it, but whenever she tries, she is on hold for what seems like forever. Is there another way? Thanks, Ree Portit --- Dear … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Does the Future of Retirement Look Like?
July 30, 2019 by
Charles and Laura, both 67, recently retired and decided to relocate from Northern Virginia to the Shenandoah Valley. They enjoy the slower pace, quieter neighborhoods, and natural beauty of the serene mountains. Their monthly … [Read more...]
Print This PageSocial Security Error Affects Medicare Coverage For 250,000 Seniors
July 23, 2019 by
James and his wife Elizabeth were surprised last month when they lost their Medicare drug coverage all of a sudden. They had the same drug plan since 2013 with no issues, which is why they were so taken aback when notified that … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Why Am I No Longer Getting My Social Security Benefits Statement?
April 26, 2019 by
Dear Hayek, I used to receive a document in the mail from the Social Security Administration every year that explained my benefits. I haven’t seen one in a long-time. Is this something that they eliminated, and if so, how can I … [Read more...]
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