Chances are your investment strategy calls for some portion of your portfolio to be invested in stocks to help you reach your long-term goals.1 But when the stock market turns choppy — as it most certainly will from time to time — try not to let your emotions get in the way of achieving your […]
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Most understand that waiting to claim Social Security benefits can result in higher monthly payments. However, many don’t understand that there are other ways to maximize their benefits, some of which depend on their marital status.[images style=”2″ image=”http%3A%2F%2Frebelfinancialllc.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2FSocial-Security-Treasure-300×353.jpg” width=”300″ align=”right” top_margin=”20″ bottom_margin=”20″ left_margin=”20″ right_margin=”20″ full_width=”Y”]Understanding the strategies for maximizing your Social Security retirement income benefits […]
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.This is the $64,000 question. Making the right decision for you can have a meaningful impact on your financial income in retirement.Before considering how personal circumstances and objectives may play into your decision, it may be helpful to […]
Social Security can be complicated and, as a result, many individuals don’t have a full understanding of the choices they may have. Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind:[images style=”2″ image=”http%3A%2F%2Frebelfinancialllc.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F5-Social-Security-Cards-237×300.jpg” width=”237″ align=”right” top_margin=”20″ bottom_margin=”20″ left_margin=”20″ right_margin=”20″ full_width=”Y”] 1. Social Security is a Critical Source of Retirement Income […]
For most Americans, Social Security has represented nothing more than some unavoidable payroll deduction with the positively cryptic initials of “FICA” and “OASDI” (Federal Insurance Contributions Act and Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance). It hinted at a future that seemed both intangible and faraway.Yet, now a generation sits on the cusp of drawing on […]
Next to “When should I claim Social Security benefits?”, one of the more common questions people have is “How much will I receive?”[images style=”2″ image=”http%3A%2F%2Frebelfinancialllc.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2FSS-Card-with-100-250×166.jpg” width=”250″ align=”right” top_margin=”10″ bottom_margin=”10″ left_margin=”10″ right_margin=”10″ full_width=”Y”]Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process: Calculate Your Average Indexed Monthly Earnings (AIME): The highest 35 years of indexed earnings […]