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"The one guide you need to navigate the often-complex world of Social Security benefits. You'll learn when to start claiming, how much you can expect to receive, where to find Social Security calculators, and more." -- Provided by publisher.
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Social Security for Dummies is a must-read for people of any age who want a comfortable retirement. The difference between a smart claiming strategy and a dumb one can cost you hundreds of thousands of pounds, so you'll want to invest in this book.
βLiz Weston, personal finance columnist and author of the bestselling Your Credit Score and The 10 Commandments of Money
Claim the benefits youβve earned
The award-winning Social Security For Dummiesβnow in its fourth editionβis the one guide you need to navigate the often-complex world of Social Security benefits. Youβll learn when to start claiming, how much you can expect to receive, where to find Social Security calculators, and more.
Since 1937, workers across the United States have set aside a portion of their wages to fund Social Security, which, for many of us, forms the basis of our retirement income. Despite its central importance in our lives, few of us understand how Social Security really works. Thatβs where Social Security For Dummies comes in. Written in easy-to-follow, clear language, it provides comprehensive information on how to negotiate the sometimes labyrinthine system and claim everything you qualify for. Youβll learn how to:
- Navigate the Social Security website
- Know which options you qualify for
- Use Social Security calculators
- Get answers to frequently asked questions
Retirement is the time for you to kick back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of your laboursβSocial Security For Dummies makes it easier.
Praise for Social Security For Dummies:
βSocial Security for Dummies is a must-read for people of any age who want a comfortable retirement. Jonathan Peterson does a great job of explaining this complicated system and helps you understand how to get the most from the benefits you've earned. The difference between a smart claiming strategy and a dumb one can cost you hundreds of thousands of pounds, so you'll want to invest in this book.β
βLiz Weston, personal finance columnist and author of The Ten Commandments of Money
βThis is your go-to book on Social Security. Chock-full of useful tips, easy to use, and well organised, it answers all your questions about Social Security.β
βSteve Vernon, author of Money for Life: Turn Your IRA and 401(k) Into a Lifetime Retirement Paycheck and CBS MoneyWatch commentator
βSocial Security for Dummies is indispensable for anyone who wants to get the best possible deal from Social Security β and that means all of us, young and old, because everyone will need Social Security benefits in this era of disappearing pensions and dwindling savings. Strategies for single people, for married couples, for survivors, for divorced people: You can find expert advice on all these subjects and more in this easy-to-understand guide to a very complex subject.β
βBob Rosenblatt, editor of HelpwithAging.com and Senior Fellow at the National Academy of Social Insurance
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Social Security For Dummies by Jonathan Peterson is praised for its clear and accessible explanation of complex Social Security regulations. Readers appreciate the practical tips it offers for maximising benefits and planning retirement strategies, making it a valuable resource for those approaching retirement age. The straightforward writing and helpful examples make it easier for a wide audience to understand and apply the information to their personal situations.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781119689928
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 17 December 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: For Dummies
Edition: 4th edition
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 188.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 454g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Jonathan Peterson is a former executive communications director at AARP and an award-winning journalist. His interest in Social Security began when he covered the political debate that led to major reforms in 1983. He is a former economics and politics correspondent for the Los Angeles Times.
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