Social Security and You
Social Security and You
Tom Margenau uses his decades of experience with the Social Security Administration to give readers advice and answer their questions about Social Security.
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Simple and Smart Update Mar 11, 2026
Readers are always asking me if I could recommend a good book about Social Security. I always steer ... Read More
Retroactive Benefits Not a Big Deal Mar 04, 2026
I just don't get people's fascination with retroactive Social Security retirement benefits. I can un... Read More
Disability Claims Get Reviewed Feb 25, 2026
For a couple of different reasons, a claim for Social Security disability benefits may be reviewed. ... Read More
Social Security Benefits Rarely Cut Feb 18, 2026
In prior columns, I gave readers a brief history of Social Security by highlighting the major change... Read More
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