SSA Announces Change in Direct Express® Program Operations
The Social Security Administration today announced that Fifth Third Bank is the new financial agent for the Direct Express® program,...
AMAC Foundation to Host Free Webinar: “Filing for Social Security? Here’s How to Get Started”
Experts to guide Americans through the Social Security retirement application process. The AMAC Foundation will host a free educational webinar, “Filing...
Help! SSA Says I’m Not Eligible for Benefits – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: Help!! The Social Security Administration says I didn’t pay enough into my Social Security account, despite being a...
About Social Security’s “First Year Rule” and Withdrawing from SS -Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I am 63 years old, and about to apply for my Social Security benefits. I am self-employed but...
Eliminating the Taxable Maximum: An Easy Fix for Social Security? You decide.
During the early months of every year, Social Security solvency conversations frequently single out the provision that exempts wages above...
I’m Still Working; Why Didn’t I Get a Higher Social Security Benefit? – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I began collecting benefits at age 72 and am now 78. Since that time, I have continued to...
AMAC Foundation Hosts Free Webinar on Social Security Survivor Benefits
Expert advisors to break down eligibility, benefit amounts, and filing strategies for spouses and families. BOHEMIA, NY — April 27,...
AMAC Hosts Free Webinar: Live Help Using Your my Social Security Account
Social Security Administration specialist to walk attendees through online tools, resources, and benefit information. BOHEMIA, NY — April 27, 2026...
Dear Rusty – I Want to do Everything Right When I Claim Social Security
Dear Rusty: I will be 62 in two years. I plan on signing up for SS at age 62, but...
Are you Making the Most of Your Benefits This National Social Security Month?
April is National Social Security Month—a perfect time to better understand the benefits and services available to you and your...
Should I Collect Social Security Now or Wait Two Years Until Age 70? – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I am 67 and 9 months old, collecting a modest SS survivor benefit with plans to collect my own...
Must I Set Up a Social Security Account to Enroll in Medicare? – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I turn 65 this November 2026. Someone told me I need to set up a Social Security account...
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