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FYI, Health, Money and Finances, veterans

Social Security Supports Veterans

By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Supporting veterans and active duty members of the military is a key part of Social Security’s mission. Our disability program has helped countless wounded warriors and their loved ones. Every Veterans Day, the nation collectively honors the brave people who risk their lives to protect our country. For those who return home with injuries, Social Security is … Continue reading Social Security Supports Veterans

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FYI, senior independence, seniors

Social Security Online Puts You in Control

By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Taking control of your future is the first step in planning a long and happy retirement. Social Security is making it faster and easier to do this with my Social Security. With your own personal my Social Security account, you’ll get immediate access to your personal Social Security Statement that has your earnings record and an estimate of … Continue reading Social Security Online Puts You in Control

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A Very Important Fact About Social Security Disability

By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist An important fact about Social Security disability is the definition:  the inability to work because of a severe condition that is expected to last for a year or end in death. Social Security disability benefits replace part of your income when you become disabled and are unable to work. Other disability programs may have partial or short-term … Continue reading A Very Important Fact About Social Security Disability

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FYI, seniors

How May We Help You?

By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security has a toolbox full of resources on its website, http://www.socialsecurity.gov, to help you with your financial planning. With so many resources, maybe it’s easier if we highlight one of our “best.” B.E.S.T. is the Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool, available at https://ssabest.benefits.gov. It can help you find out if you might be eligible for retirement, disability, … Continue reading How May We Help You?

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FYI, Money and Finances, Planning for the Future

3 Considerations for Seniors this Tax Season

by Michael Wendel, Administrative Specialist Many seniors are not required to file a tax return due to their income status. Yet, seniors can still be eligible for Michigan tax credits, such as the Homestead Property Tax Credit or the Home Heating Credit, which can be filed separately from a tax return. By not filing for these credits, seniors could be missing out on these and other assistance credits, which otherwise could help reduce … Continue reading 3 Considerations for Seniors this Tax Season

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Bank Garnishments Explained, Part Two: What is Protected From Garnishment?

by Christopher Jackson, JD While garnishment merely requires a court order to occur, you might still have protection against creditors following a judgment against you. Some sources of income are protected from garnishment under federal law, such as Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, and Veterans’ benefits. For most seniors, the implications for their Social Security benefits are of their highest concern. Under … Continue reading Bank Garnishments Explained, Part Two: What is Protected From Garnishment?

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