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Sep 28

Do I qualify for both V.A. benefits and Social Security disability benefits?

By Laurence Kotlikoff

Did you suffer a service-related injury? Here's what you need to know about applying for Social Security disability benefits.

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Sep 21

A little known Social Security hack for divorcees looking to remarry

By Laurence Kotlikoff

Can two divorcees marry and continue to collect Social Security benefits on their exes?…

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Aug 26

Social Security mix-up? Here’s what you should do

By Laurence Kotlikoff

Social Security's mistakes with retirement benefits are notoriously difficult to set straight.

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Aug 14

Social Security turns 80. Should we cheer or cry?

By Laurence Kotlikoff

On its 80th birthday, Larry Kotlikoff argues that Social Security needs to be replaced by a modern system.

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Jul 13

The problem with quick and easy Social Security calculators

By Laurence Kotlikoff

Larry Kotlikoff explains that quick and easy Social Security calculators are just that—quick. To get what's yours from Social Security, don't plan on cutting any corners.

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Jun 29

Hurray if you’re gay! Time to get what’s yours from Social Security

By Laurence Kotlikoff

The Supreme Court’s historic decision to legalize gay marriage means gay spouses can now collect spousal benefits, regardless of what state they call home. But how much do gay spouses know about Social Security benefits and how to collect them?…

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Jun 15

New survey confirms no one understands Social Security. Do you?

By Laurence Kotlikoff

MassMutual's recent survey on Americans' Social Security knowledge show that most people are clueless when it comes to collecting Social Security. It also showed that MassMutual, itself, doesn't have a full grasp on the system.

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Jun 08

Can you collect your late spouse’s Social Security and still work?

By Laurence Kotlikoff

Trying to understand how to maximize your Social Security can be a confusing process, but it doesn't have to be. Ask Larry your questions.

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May 18

A cautionary tale about taking retroactive Social Security benefits

By Laurence Kotlikoff

The more I talk to people, the more I understand how easy it is to make major mistakes in taking Social Security benefits if you don't know exactly what you're doing or, equally important, don't know exactly what Social Security…

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Sep 15

You need to dump your hubby and collect on your ex

By Laurence Kotlikoff

Social Security expert Larry Kotlikoff explains why you collecting on your ex-spouse's work record can yield better Social Security benefits.

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