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Special Enrollment Period for Marketplace Coverage Open until May 15
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In accordance with the executive order signed by President Biden, on Feb. 15 the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services opened a special enrollment period for the Health Insurance Marketplace® to consumers in the 36 states that use the HealthCare.gov platform.
Tax-Aide Help Available, Adjusted for Pandemic
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Due to coronavirus safety concerns, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has made adjustments to its free tax-preparation services for 2021.
Savvy Senior: Is Social Security Income Taxable?
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
VITA Program Offering Free Tax Prep
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The United Way of Lancaster County’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is now scheduling appointments for tax preparation.
10 Ways Older Adults Can Reduce Tax Bills Starting at Age 50
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Everyone wants to keep more of their hard-earned money. Luckily for older adults, many of whom are on a fixed income, there are several ways for them to save on taxes.
Social Security News: Get Your Standardized Benefit Verification Letter Online
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- Written by John Johnston John Johnston
If you receive a benefit verification letter, sometimes called a “budget letter,” a “benefits letter,” a “proof of income letter,” or a “proof of award letter,” we have good news for you.
How to Invest during COVID-19
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You never know which way the stock market will swing, especially during a pandemic. That’s no reason to avoid investing, as long as you do it prudently.
Can You Rid Yourself of 2020’s Financial Stress in 2021?
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- Written by Alan Becker Alan Becker
2020 has been a tough year for nearly everyone, and that may be especially true for retirees and those nearing retirement who are suddenly worried about whether their careful planning and years of saving could be upended by events beyond their control.
22 Cybersecurity Habits Every Computer User Must Acquire
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Did you know that approximately 6.85 million accounts get hacked every day? This is 158 accounts per second!