Expect Tiny ’13 Social Security Benefit Increase
Social Security recipients shouldn't expect a big increase in monthly benefits come January.
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NJ Social Security Scam Stopped
New Jersey Attorney General Jeff Chiesa says An Essex County man has been charged in a state grand jury indictment for allegedly stealing more than $163,300 in governmental benefits he wasn’t entitled to by falsely claiming to be unemployed and fraudulently using two Social Security numbers.
Now’s the Time to Think Social Security While You’re Still Young
When you’re in your thirties and forties and hear about Social Security, you think, “This is not something I’m going to have to worry about for a while” Well think again.
Poor Economy Worsens Social Security’s Finances
The government says a bad economy and higher energy prices have worsened the finances of Social Security, shortening the life of the trust funds that support the program by three years.
GOP Leaders Hope for Agreement on Payroll Tax Cut
Top House Republicans hope to win rank-and-file GOP support for a measure renewing this year's Social Security payroll tax cut and extending benefits for the long-term unemployed.
Social Security Raise Welcomed in Tough Economy
For some, the just-announced increase in Social Security checks amounts to an extra meal out, a little more cash for clothes or a new pair of shoes, some added comfort in retirement. For Elizabeth Davis, it's a crucial boost to the only thing keeping her afloat.