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Social Security Q & A – Military Benefits
Question: I served in the military, and I’ll receive a military pension when I retire. Will that affect my Social Security benefits? Answer: You can get both Social Security retirement benefits and…
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Start Planning Now to Outlive Your Savings Later
Remember the adage “Those who fail to plan, plan to fail”? One area in which you do NOT want to fail is planning for healthcare costs as you grow older. As you…
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Marsala-Poached Figs Over Ricotta
Vanilla-infused ricotta cheese is the perfect foil for saucy poached figs. Your special Valentine will love you! Makes: 2 servings Active Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients • 1/2 cup…
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Why You Shouldn’t Wait To Renew Your Passport
“When Does My Passport Expire?” This is a question we ask ourselves before any big trip. If you haven’t checked your passport’s expiration date in a while and are planning a trip…
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The Ins And Outs Of Hypothermia
March…Out Like a Lion? The Ins and Outs of Hypothermia The calendar might be telling us that spring is right around the corner, but the Old Farmers’ Almanac is saying we’re in…
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Will My Disability Benefits Be Reduced?
Question: Will my disability benefits be reduced if I get workers’ compensation or other public disability benefits? Answer: If you get either workers’ compensation or public disability benefit payments, we may reduce…
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How Far In Advance Should I Apply For Social Security Retirement Benefits
Question: How far in advance should i apply for social security retirement benefits? Answer: You should apply three months before you want your benefits to start. Even if you aren’t ready to…
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Does Medicare Coverage Begin If I Retire At 62
Question: If I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62, will my Medicare coverage begin then too? Answer: No. Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until…
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As It Pertains To Disability, What Is Substantial Gainful Activity?
Question: As it pertains to Disability, what is substantial gainful activity? Answer: We use the term “substantial gainful activity,” or “SGA,” to describe a level of work activity and earnings. Work is…
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Sleep Better – Without Medication!
by Kate Maliha, MA (HKin) Exercise: A Medication-Free Way to Promote Better Sleep About half of adults aged 65 and older report having some sort of sleep problem, and according to 60…
