Category: Social Security

If you are nearing retirement, then Social Security is probably on your mind. In fact, 30% to 90% of your post-retirement income could come from Social Security. Because of this, we believe it’s crucial to understand how and to what...

2022-11_Updates to Social Security in 2023

Social Security recipients will see a 5.9% increase in 2022 – the largest increase since 1982! This means that the average recipient will see a $92 a month raise starting next year.[1] While this is good news, it’s important to...

What the High Social Security COLA Could Mean for Your Retirement Finances Millstone Financial

The Social Security trust fund is now expected to be depleted by 2034, according to a recent report from the Social Security and Medicare trustees.[1] That’s one year earlier than they reported last year, and the pandemic is to blame....

Examining the Future of Social Security, Medicare, and Your Taxes Millstone Financial

Inflation is on the rise, and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell recently testified to Congress regarding the Federal Reserve’s commitment to controlling inflation. He admitted that inflation is “well above target” but didn’t indicate any major changes in Fed policy...

You’re used to receiving a paycheck, and perhaps you’ve been used to it steadily increasing over the course of your career. You may have experienced what’s known as “lifestyle inflation” and may not plan to downgrade in retirement. Whatever the...

According to a recent study, only 4% of retirees claim Social Security benefits at the optimal time, losing out on an average of $111,000 per household.[1] There are many things to consider when choosing how to claim your benefit, and...