AMAC Newsline · Author
Russell Gloor, AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor
Staff Writer
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Oct 13, 2026
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Did I Understand You Right - I Won’t Get All My SS Benefits Immediately?
Learn why Social Security delayed retirement credits aren't paid immediately after your FRA, and how SSA's rules affect your monthly benefits.
Oct 13, 2026
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Does a Veteran Who Uses VA Healthcare Need Medicare at Age 65?
Veterans with VA healthcare turning 65 may still benefit from Medicare. Learn why enrolling matters, what it covers, and how to avoid costly penalties.
Oct 5, 2026
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When Will Congress Repay Social Security Money Taken Years Ago?
Did Congress steal Social Security money? Learn the truth about SS Trust Funds, government bonds, and why no benefits were ever taken.
Sep 28, 2026
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Is My Daughter Making a Bad Decision? - Claiming Widow's Benefits Early
Should your daughter claim widow's benefits at 62? Learn how the Annual Earnings Test and Social Security taxes could affect her decision.
Sep 21, 2026
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Ask Rusty – I’m Reevaluating My Retirement Plan; What are my Options?
Claiming Social Security in September instead of March leaves out the 5.3% in delayed credits earned in 2026 until January 2027, when the higher payment finally kicks in.
Sep 14, 2026
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Must I Enroll in Medicare at Age 65?
Turning 65 with creditable employer health coverage? You may defer Medicare enrollment penalty-free. Learn how Special Enrollment Periods and Part B rules work.
Sep 8, 2026
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Why Change Social Security Now? It’s a Working “Ponzi Scam”
Is Social Security really a Ponzi scheme? AMAC explains why it's not and what the looming 2033 insolvency means for your benefits.
Aug 31, 2026
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Will Social Security Run Out of Money Soon?
Social Security reserves may deplete by 2032, risking a 22% benefit cut. Learn what's happening and how AMAC is fighting for solvency.
Aug 24, 2026
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We Were Bitten by Medicare’s IRMAA this year; What Should I Do?
A 2024 RMD that pushed a couple's income past $218,000 raised their 2026 Medicare premiums, but lower 2025 income corrects it automatically for 2027.
Aug 17, 2026
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I Worked for my Ex-husband but Wasn’t Paid and Now Have little Social Security; What are my options?
Worked unpaid for your ex-husband and have little Social Security? Learn how ex-spouse benefits and assistance programs could help boost your income.
Aug 10, 2026
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Is the Medicare Part B Premium a Percentage of our Social Security Amount?
Medicare Part B premiums aren't a percentage of Social Security. Learn how CMS sets premiums, plus the hold harmless provision and IRMAA rules.
Aug 3, 2026
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When Should My Wife File for Spouse Benefits?
Be aware that your wife's spousal SS benefit will be based on her age when she claims it, and half of your full retirement age, or "FRA," amount.
Jul 27, 2026
