Why Won’t Social Security Give Me My Benefits? – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I called the Social Security office, as well as went with my husband when he went to collect...
Ask Rusty Webinar: What Does the 2026 COLA Increase Mean for Your Social Security?
All seniors are anxious to get that annual increase to their Social Security benefit, which happens in most years. But...
About Remarrying and Benefits from an Ex-spouse – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I am almost 57, divorced after a 14-year marriage. My former spouse is 15 years older than I...
READOUT: AMAC Hosts Call with Social Security Administrator Frank Bisignano
AMAC leadership held a productive and encouraging call this week with Social Security Administrator Frank Bisignano, marking an important step...
Social Security Secrets: 10 Questions You Didn’t Know You Needed to Ask
AMAC Foundation to host educational session on Tuesday, December 9 at 12:00 PM ET [Lady Lake, Florida — December 5,...
About Tax Filing Status and Medicare – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I’m trying to figure out if I should change my IRS filing status to “Married – Filing Jointly”...
Is Social Security Really a “Good Deal?” – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: You’ve said in the past that most people recoup their SS contributions within five years of starting benefits,...
Join the AMAC Foundation in Changing Lives and Touching Hearts This Giving Tuesday
Every year, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving marks Giving Tuesday – the single most important day of service and generosity around the world....
If We Both Collect Social Security, will our Benefits be Affected? – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I reached full retirement age back in June, but I have not yet filed to collect Social Security....
Did the Obama-era Social Security Tax Cuts Hurt the Program? – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: I will be retiring early next year but my question to you is: During the Obama administration, payroll...
Analyzing the 2026 Social Security COLA – AMAC Magazine Exclusive
AMAC Magazine Exclusive - By Gerry Hafer The 2.8 percent Social Security cost-of-living adjustment was announced in late October, bringing...
Consider the “Wearing Out” Factor While Deciding When to Claim Social Security – Ask Rusty
Dear Rusty: Enjoyed your recent article on claiming SS benefits. I feel, however, any decision making should also include what I...
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