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7 Changes to Social Security in 2022

By GRA News Blog | November 16, 2021
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From what beneficiaries receive monthly to what workers could owe in payroll tax, big changes are on the way for America’s top retirement program. Key…

The messy math of Social Security, spousal benefits and when to claim

By GRA News Blog | November 15, 2021
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The good news and bad news: Your Social Security benefit calculation is based on more than your lifetime earnings Life can be complicated — Social…

Tax Moves to Make Before the End of the Year to Lower Your Bill

By GRA News Blog | November 12, 2021
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With the end of the year rapidly approaching, it’s time to consider moves that will lower your 2021 tax bill and hopefully position you for…

Even If You Already Have Medicare, Don’t You Dare Skip Open Enrollment

By GRA News Blog | November 11, 2021
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It’s the perfect time to think about what’s changed in your life and with your health care plan. After looking at these four issues, you…

3 Essential Tax Moves to Make Before the End of the Year

By GRA News Blog | November 10, 2021
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You can lower your IRS burden for the year if you take these key steps now. Key Points It’s never a bad time to think…

Medicare open enrollment starts soon. Here’s why you should pay attention

By GRA News Blog | November 8, 2021
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KEY POINTS Medicare’s fall open enrollment period starts Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. This is generally for changes related to Medicare Advantage Plans…

Took Social Security Benefits Too Early? How to Undo It.

By GRA News Blog | November 5, 2021
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Many older Americans who lost their jobs early in the pandemic and claimed Social Security benefits before reaching their full retirement age are now working…

How Much Emergency Savings Do Retirees Need?

By GRA News Blog | November 4, 2021
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While it doesn’t influence our opinions of products, we may receive compensation from partners whose offers appear here. We’re on your side, always. See our…

Social Security’s Rules on Spousal Benefits Can Be Tricky. Here Are Some Answers.

By GRA News Blog | November 3, 2021
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Navigating the maze of rules that surround Social Security retirement benefits can be daunting. A good starting point for retirees and prospective retirees seeking to…

4 Financial Moves to Make Before Retiring

By GRA News Blog | November 2, 2021
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Make sure to check them off your to-do list. Key Points Retiring without evaluating your financial situation could result in disaster. Retirees could be faced…

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