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Social Security Oct. 28, 2015

Taking Stock

Dear Mr. Berko: Both my wife and I are 53. I earn over $105,000 as a diesel mechanic, and she earns ... Read More

Taking Social Security at 62: Is It a Good Idea? Oct. 21, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: I'm turning 62 this fall and looking forward to starting Social Security. My good frie... Read More

Medicare Premium Confusion Oct. 21, 2015

Social Security and You

Some of you may have heard that the Medicare Part B premium is going up in 2016 from the current $10... Read More

A Crying Shame Oct. 10, 2015

Mark Shields

With no prompting, the stranger standing next to you in line will volunteer, after checking his pedo... Read More

Speak Now, Congress, or Forever Maintain the Status Quo Oct. 08, 2015

Veronique de Rugy

The House of Representatives is looking for a new speaker. Such times of change present a perfect op... Read More

Social Security Strategies for Spouses: Do You Know Your Options? Sep. 23, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: My wife and I are both turning 66, and I understand that this is "full retirement age"... Read More

Filing for Ex-Spousal Social Security Benefits Aug. 26, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: I'm turning 65 in a few months and getting close to retiring. My ex is also turning 65... Read More

Dealing With Donald Trump Jul. 29, 2015

Star Parker

A businessman once told me that in business, when things are not working, sometimes you have to "thr... Read More

Social Security Questions: Where Can You Get Good Advice? Jul. 15, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: After reading guidebooks touting the benefits of taking Social Security early, I don't... Read More

Hillary's Tired, Demagogic Economic Proposals Jul. 14, 2015

David Limbaugh

Hillary Clinton is a walking, talking cliche who spouts decades-old sound bites that were bad enough... Read More

Suddenly Alone -- Where Can You Turn for Help? Jun. 17, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: My husband died recently, and it's just me now. Who will look out for me if I have iss... Read More

Mr. Will Rogers Goes to Washington Apr. 10, 2015

Veronique de Rugy

The cowboy philosopher Will Rogers once said, "If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging." Unfort... Read More

Social Security: Should You Wait Until Age 70 to Collect? Apr. 01, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: My younger brother and I (he's in his mid-50s, and I'm in my early 60s) disagree about... Read More

Obama's Immigration Nightmare: Exponential Executive Lawlessness Mar. 17, 2015

David Limbaugh

I wonder whether most people truly understand the scope and import of Obama's lawless order to halt ... Read More

Close to Retirement? Don't Miss These Dates and Deadlines! Jan. 21, 2015

Ask Carrie

Please note: This article may contain outdated information about RMDs and retirement accounts due to... Read More

What's in Store for 2015: Important IRS, Social Security and Medicare Updates Jan. 14, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Readers: A new year often means new goals, new opportunities and new commitments. When it comes... Read More

Retirement Planning Dec. 03, 2014

Taking Stock

Dear Mr. Berko: I'm 44. My wife and I have no savings and $11,200 in two individual retirement accou... Read More

Do You Have to Pay Income Taxes on Social Security Benefits? Sep. 24, 2014

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: From what I've read, if a married couple has annual withdrawals from 401(k) plans, ind... Read More

Planning Retirement Without Social Security Sep. 10, 2014

Taking Stock

Dear Mr. Berko: Several weeks ago, your email advice to our 32-year-old college-educated son about S... Read More

Social Security and Divorce: Can You Collect Benefits on Your Ex's Earnings Record? Sep. 10, 2014

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: I am divorced and have heard that I might be entitled to a Social Security benefit fro... Read More