Financial
Retirement Spending in Pa. Averages $1.08 Million, Study Finds
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- Written by The Center Square The Center Square
Residents of Pennsylvania will spend, on average, $1.08 million during their retirement years, in a state where the cost of living is 2.5% lower than the national average, according to a new study from the website 24/7 Wall St.
Social Security News: Obtaining Replacement or Corrected Cards during the Pandemic
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- Written by John Johnston John Johnston
Social Security offices are currently open only for in-person appointments for limited, critical situations, depending upon local office conditions. However, you can continue to apply for a replacement Social Security card online and by mail.
Savvy Senior: Do I Need to Sign Up for Medicare If I’m Still Working?
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
I will turn 65 in a few months and plan to keep working for several more years. I have good health insurance from my employer now. Do I have to sign up for Medicare when I reach 65?
Want or Need to Retire Early? Tips on How to Pay for It
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- Written by Alan Becker Alan Becker
Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it.
Social Security News: What are Social Security Representative Payees?
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- Written by John Johnston John Johnston
Millions of people get monthly Social Security benefits or Supplemental Security Income payments. Some need help managing their money.
Don’t Let Tax Time Become Scam Time
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- Written by Scott Schober Scott Schober
Gift cards might seem a little impersonal, but they make gifting easy for those of us who are too busy or disinclined to search for that perfect gift.
Preretirement Webinars Scheduled
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Individuals who are near retirement or recently retired can receive Medicare information and learn to better navigate the Medicare system during one of several webinars planned for this spring and summer.
Social Security News: 3 Ways to Fight Scammers Targeting Social Security Benefits
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- Written by John Johnston John Johnston
Scammers are always finding new ways to steal your money and personal information by exploiting your fears. The most effective way to defeat scammers is to know how to identify scams and to ignore suspicious calls and emails.
Informational Meeting Open to Retiring School Employees
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The Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees will host a free Zoom presentation at 10 a.m. on April 21 for public school retirees and any public school employee who will retire by Dec. 31.