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  1. Should my Spouse be getting half of my Social Security amount?

    Sep 22, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Should my Spouse be getting half of my Social Security amount? - Ask Rusty

  2. Should I Claim Social Security Early Because it is Going Bankrupt?

    Sep 15, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Should I Claim Social Security Early Because it is Going Bankrupt? - Ask Rusty

  3. I’d Like to Retire Early, but Don’t Want My Social Security Reduced

    Sep 8, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    I’d Like to Retire Early, but Don’t Want My Social Security Reduced - Ask Rusty

  4. Can I Claim My Own SS Benefit Now and Get Half of My Husband’s Benefit Later?

    Sep 1, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Can I Claim My Own SS Benefit Now and Get Half of My Husband’s Benefit Later? - Ask Rusty

  5. I’m In Poor Health and Need to Know my Social Security Options

    Aug 25, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    I’m In Poor Health and Need to Know my Social Security Options - Ask Rusty

  6. How Do I Apply for Social Security and Receive my Payments?

    Aug 18, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    How Do I Apply for Social Security and Receive my Payments? - Ask Rusty

  7. I’m Still Confused about Medicare Part A and Part B Enrollment

    Aug 11, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    I’m Still Confused about Medicare Part A and Part B Enrollment - Ask Rusty

  8. Can My Wife Get Her Full Spousal Benefit at 62, or Must She Wait?

    Aug 4, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Can My Wife Get Her Full Spousal Benefit at 62, or Must She Wait? – Ask Rusty

  9. Why Hasn’t My SS Benefit Changed Because I Am Still Working?

    Jul 28, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Why Hasn’t My SS Benefit Changed Because I Am Still Working? - Ask Rusty

  10. I'm Turning 70. When Should I Apply for Social Security?

    Jul 21, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    I'm Turning 70. When Should I Apply for Social Security? - Ask Rusty

  11. What is the Formula for Deciding When to Claim?

    Jul 14, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    What is the Formula for Deciding When to Claim? - Ask Rusty

  12. Why Can’t I Get My Social Security Payment Plus My Railroad Pension From My Ex-spouse?

    Jul 7, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Why Can’t I Get My Social Security Payment Plus My Railroad Pension From My Ex-spouse? - Ask Rusty

  13. Can I Switch to a Taxi Driver Job Without Hurting my Social Security?

    Jun 30, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Can I Switch to a Taxi Driver Job Without Hurting my Social Security? - Ask Rusty

  14. When Will Funds Stolen from Social Security be Replaced?

    Jun 23, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    When Will Funds Stolen from Social Security be Replaced? - Ask Rusty

  15. What About Non-career Veterans and Their VA Healthcare?

    Jun 16, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    What About Non-career Veterans and Their VA Healthcare? - Ask Rusty

  16. Can My Husband Work Part Time and Collect Social Security?

    Jun 9, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Can My Husband Work Part Time and Collect Social Security? - Ask Rusty

  17. Social Security Questions Asked Over Coffee

    Jun 2, 2025 · Ask Rusty

    Social Security Questions Asked Over Coffee - Ask Rusty 

  18. How Long It Takes to Get Your First Social Security Payment After Applying

    Aug 16, 2024 · Ask Rusty

    Wondering when your first Social Security payment will arrive after applying? This guide breaks down the timeline based on your selected benefit start date, birthday, and application timing. Learn how payment schedules work, how delayed retirement credits can boost your benefit, and what to expect if you choose retroactive payments. Claiming Social Security is a big step — get the facts before you file.

  19. What If I Delay but Die Before Claiming Social Security?

    May 30, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    What If I Delay but Die Before Claiming Social Security? Ask Rusty

  20. I’m Approaching 65 – Should I Claim Social Security?

    May 22, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    I’m Approaching 65 – Should I Claim Social Security? - Ask Rusty

  21. I’m Concerned About Social Security Solvency

    May 15, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    I’m Concerned About Social Security Solvency-Ask Rusty

  22. Should Octogenarians Tell Social Security They Married?

    May 8, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – Should Octogenarians Tell Social Security They Married?

  23. About “Survivor” Benefits vs. “Spousal” Benefits

    May 1, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – About “Survivor” Benefits vs. “Spousal” Benefits

  24. About Social Security Benefits for My Minor Children

    Apr 24, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – About Social Security Benefits for My Minor Children

  25. Why Can’t I Get Social Security Disability on My Own or My Husband’s Record?

    Apr 17, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – Why Can’t I Get Social Security Disability on My Own or My Husband’s Record?

  26. What Can I Earn in My First Year Collecting Social Security?

    Apr 10, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – What Can I Earn in My First Year Collecting Social Security?

  27. Why Should a Non-working Spouse be Entitled to Social Security Benefits?

    Mar 27, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty - Why Should a Non-working Spouse be Entitled to Social Security Benefits?

  28. Widow Stung by Social Security’s “Claw Back” Rule

    Mar 20, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – Widow Stung by Social Security’s “Claw Back” Rule

  29. How Do I Withdraw My Application for Social Security?

    Mar 13, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty – How Do I Withdraw My Application for Social Security?

  30. Cutting Social Security Will Make Me Lose My Home!

    Mar 6, 2023 · Ask Rusty

    Ask Rusty - Cutting Social Security Will Make Me Lose My Home!