By David Enna, Tipswatch.com It was inevitable that the trend of lower 5-year real yields would eventually push my I Bond fixed rate protection to 0.90%, down from the current 1.10% for I Bond purchases through this month. The inevitable … Continue reading →| Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities
This one honest, fair, and simple adjustment would keep the program fully funded in perpetuity. The post Elon Musk Should Pay the Same Social Security Taxes You Do appeared first on OtherWords.| OtherWords
Sources say the changes to Social Security are “a priority” for Office of Management and Budget director Russell Vought.| Truthout
Applying for disability benefits takes effort, but it doesn’t have to be confusing or isolating. By separating myths from facts and using the tools SSA provides, caregivers can move forward with greater clarity and less stress.| Special Needs Alliance
Annual all-items inflation rose to 2.9%, the highest level since January By David Enna, Tipswatch.com In what could be a crucially important report, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today th…| Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities
The US fiscal trajectory is on an unsustainable path over the next 35 years, regardless of whether the IEEPA tariffs are struck down or maintained.| Tax Foundation
The world is sliding into a new order where the strong impose their rule and […] The post Submission is not a strategy: Von der Leyen’s missed moment appeared first on Foundation for European Progressive Studies.| Foundation for European Progressive Studies
Test your basic knowledge of the Federal Reserve and how its actions impact your money in our quick quiz.| Kiplinger
Congress could look to high earners to help offset lost revenue and possibly shore up the Social Security program.| Kiplinger
The Social Security Act marks its 90th anniversary this year. Learn how employers can help help educate workers about the role Social Security benefits may play in their retirement income.| Word on Benefits
Happy birthday, Social Security! President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on August 14, 1935, establishing a program that would grow over 90 years to become the foundation of retirement security in the United States. As we celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of Social Security during this anniversary month, it’s also important […] The post A Birthday Gift for Social Security: Action Now Will Protect Benefits for the Next 90 Years appeared first on Natio...| National Institute on Retirement Security
To commemorate the program’s 90th anniversary, Dan Doonan, Executive Director, National Institute on Retirement Security, issued a statement on the importance of the program and the need for a bipartisan solution to address funding.| National Institute on Retirement Security
Social Security's combined trust fund is expected to be exhausted by 2035 unless policymakers take steps to address the program’s financial challenges.| El Adelantado News
Should you take Social Security before full retirement age? Learn three reasons to take Social Security early—and how to plan for them.| Boldin
Most people know about Social Security’s retirement benefits but are less familiar with others, like survivor benefits. The post Non-Retirement Social Security Benefits: Survivor Benefits appeared first on Sensible Financial Planning.| Sensible Financial Planning
Of course, this forecast, and every other one you read, may be wrong. AI image for “Social Security COLA.” Classic! Source: Perchance.org By David Enna, Tipswatch.com It’s July, a…| Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities
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Under specific circumstances, your employees are entitled to receive cash benefits from the social security system. Social security allowances are usually paid directly by the Treasury, but in some cases, the employer can become a paying agent for them. The post Who pays social security cash benefits to your employees? appeared first on Helpers Finance.| Helpers Finance
The new 2025 Trump tax law doesn't eliminate federal income tax on Social Security benefits. Social Security is still taxable just as before.| The Finance Buff
Fear-driven decision making, like claiming Social Security early, can undermine long-term retirement security.| National Institute on Retirement Security
When your spouse passes away, the loss and change in your life is enough to deal with, but we know there are other items that you must address. The items concerning your estate planning can wait for a bit in most cases. Here is a list of frequently asked questions and answers. Do I have […] The post What Should You Do When Your Spouse Dies? appeared first on Marshall, Parker & Weber.| Marshall, Parker & Weber
The Stakes: Oakland immigrant Rosa Carranza was blindsided by a letter informing her that she no longer has Social Security benefits.| Oakland North
Financial services industry leader Frank Bisignano was sworn in today as the 18th Commissioner of Social Security. He joins the Social Security Administration from Fiserv…| SSA
The SSA has released a new format for your Social Security statement and logging on to see it requires a new account. Learn more.| Boldin
Elizabeth Warren released a video Wednesday warning seniors that Donald Trump and Elon Musk are threatening their Social Security benefits.| Rolling Stone
When you make your first hire at your Hungarian company, you will need an employment contract to formalize the agreement between you and your employee. Here you can find a quick guide about what to include, as well as some practical advice. The post How to make an employment contract in Hungary appeared first on Helpers Finance.| Helpers Finance
All that’s in the balance are human lives and health, and the ability of working people to plan for our futures.| FAIR
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced it will increase the default overpayment withholding rate for Social Security beneficiaries to 100 percent of a person’s monthly benefit.| SSA
Reader wants to know if foster kids are left without resources after aging out of the system.| Rochester Post Bulletin
On January 5, President Biden signed into law the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023. (That’s not a typo. The bill was originally introduced in the House in January 2023, where it basically just sat around until the House passed it in November 2024, the Senate passed it in December 2024, and the President signed it into law in January 2025.)| Oblivious Investor
As part of the electronic administration in Hungary, personal pension tax records are available for review online. With your Ügyfélkapu access, you can log in to the database of the Treasury, and see if everything is fine. Read on to learn how that works. The post Hungarian pension tax records accessible online appeared first on Helpers Finance.| Helpers Finance
In Hungary, social contribution tax is paid on various types of income of natural persons. The tax is aimed toward supporting social institutions, such as pensions and allowances. Its rate is 13% of the tax base. Read on to get a quick summary of how it works. The post Social contribution tax in Hungary: an overview appeared first on Helpers Finance.| Helpers Finance
EKHO is a favorable tax regime aimed at creators in various fields, intended to promote Hungarian culture. See the list of eligible professions.| Helpers Finance
We project the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits next year under different scenarios. Retirees are better off with a lower COLA.| The Finance Buff
A new study finds that ignoring Social Security's looming insolvency could drive 3.8 million seniors into poverty| Howard Gleckman
In the midst of huge life changes, including losing her husband, Ellen is prepping her house for sharing it, and looking forward to spring.| Sharing Housing