Social Security benefits

62, 67, or 70—When Should You Apply for Social Security?

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On January 31, 1940, Ida May Fuller of Ludlow, Vermont, was the first person to receive a Social Security check. That historic payment amounted to $22.54. Before retiring in November 1939, she served as a legal secretary and contributed to Social Security for about 2½ years. Total taxes paid: $24.75. Before passing away in 1975, she had […]

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Important Birthdays Over 50

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Most children stop being “and-a-half” somewhere around age 12. Kids add “and-a-half“ to make sure everyone knows they’re closer to the next age than the last.When you are older, “and-a-half” birthdays start making a comeback. In fact, starting at age 50, several birthdays and “half-birthdays” are critical to understand because they have implications regarding your

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