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The United States began issuing Social Security numbers (SSNs) in November 1936. A unique nine-digit number is assigned to every U.S. citizen. SSNs are also assigned to permanent residents and...
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The U.S. Federal Reserve’s larger-than-anticipated interest rate cut of half a percentage point lowered the benchmark federal funds rate to a range of 4.75%-5% in mid-September. This move rightly...
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The holiday buying season will be upon us before you know it. October for some people is a time to start buying holiday gifts before the rush hits. Those drawing Social Security will be particularly...
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In August the Senior Citizens’ League predicted that Social Security recipients will get a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) of only 2.6% in their benefits this year. This is less than usual and may...
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Navigating Social Security can be confusing and overwhelming, to say the least. Even something as simple as when to retire becomes a desperate question when you’re trying to make the most of the...
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Social Security is the largest U.S. government program, costing about $1.24 trillion a year, but it’s by no means a handout! Funded by payroll deductions, your Social Security benefits are the...
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The AARP estimates that one out of seven retired people 65 and older depends on Social Security for almost all of their income. If that’s you, we understand it’s especially important to you to...
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Navigating the world of benefits programs can feel like trying to decipher a secret decoder ring. If you need a helping hand to make ends meet, you may be surprised to find out that getting help...
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The popularity of names given to newborns responds to a variety of factors, and changes constantly. A look at the names that are rising in popularity can offer inspiration to any expectant parent,...
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The popularity of names ebbs and flows throughout generations. A look at those that are rising the most in popularity at any given moment can offer inspiration to any soon-to-be parent, as well as...
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