The Social Security Administration announced an 8.7% bump in benefits in 2023. You might be asking, “What does this mean?” Those receiving benefits can expect an 8.7% raise in pay next year. This is a big deal. To put it in perspective, this is...
For those of you nearing your Social Security age, deciding when to take it is a key decision in your retirement planning. While you’ve probably read some rules of thumb about claiming your benefits, the truth is that the best time to take Social Security depends on...
In September of 2017, Equifax had one of the largest data breaches, with 56% of Americans – 150 million people – being affected. On July 22 of this year, Equifax reached a settlement. The settlement requires eligible customers to file a claim. If you do...
As most of us have found, the use of social media is now an everyday activity just like brushing our teeth or making our beds. Our timelines or newsfeeds are often the first things we pull up as we muster the energy to get out of bed in the morning. It is used to...
Principal, Lucas Bucl, CFP®, was featured on KCUR 89.3’s Smart Money Experts podcast segment, “Getting the Most out of Your Social Security Benefits”. The Smart Money Experts covered the current state of the program, ways to stabilize it, and common mistakes people...
