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Taxes, Ex-Spouse Benefits, And You
April 14 is both Ex-Spouse Day and the eve of tax day. These two observances are doubly important if you are an ex-spouse, because Social Security pays benefits to eligible former spouses,…
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Social Security Q & A – Additional Seasonal Earnings
Question: Although I stopped working a few years ago, I had additional seasonal earnings after my retirement. Will my monthly Social Security retirement benefit increase? Answer: Possibly. And, you can get Social…
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Social Security Q & A – Someone Stole My SS Number
Question: Someone stole my Social Security number, and it’s being used repeatedly. Does Social Security issue new Social Security numbers to victims of repeated identity theft? Answer: Identity theft is one of…
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Your Aging Parents And Their Changing Needs – Smart Ways to Start “The Talk”
by Joyce Koria Hayes Why won’t my father listen to me? I only want what’s best for him. Are you working and attending to the needs of your spouse and children, while…
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Social Security Q & A – Do I Pay Tax On My Benefits?
Question: I’m gathering everything I’ll need to file my taxes this month. Do I have to pay taxes on Social Security benefits? Also, where can I get a replacement 1099? Answer: Some…
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Staying Strong – Change Your Stride
by Kate Maliha, MA (HKin) Getting older often brings unwanted changes to the way we walk, including the tendency to walk a little slower and take shorter, more frequent steps. This happens…
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Friends Make The World Go ‘Round
Surprising, but in this “connected” world we live in, a lot of people are actually lonely. But there’s no need to be! It’s true – sometimes we get so busy we don’t…
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Crucial Conversations – How to Deal with Delicate Family Issues
by Joseph Grenny Dear Joseph, My sister is the executor of my parents’ estate. When my dad died last May, the estate went to my mom who is living with my sister.…
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Omega-3 Oil: What You MUST Know
by Dr. Chad Laurence Omega-3 fatty acids contain eicosapentaenic acid (EPA) and docosahexanoic acid (DHA), found in fish, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), found in plants. Unlike saturated fats in foods which can…
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SS Q & A – Who To Call For Your Medicare Questions
Question: If I have a question about my Medicare bill, who should I contact? Answer: First, contact your provider. If you are unable to get your question answered or the problem resolved,…
