Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits

Maximize Your Social Security Retirement Benefits Worried about your Social Security retirement benefits? This updated 2nd edition of Social Security In 30 Minutes is your essential guide to understanding the system, from eligibility to benefit amounts. Written by former human services coordinator Emily Pogue, this book uses plain-English explanations to help you navigate the system and maximize your benefits. Who This Book Is For Anyone nearing retirement age. Individuals or families concerned about Social Security. Workers with government pensions. People looking to understand Social Security and Medicare. What You'll Learn Benefit Calculation: How retirement benefits are calculated and the work credit requirements. Retirement Age: Understand your Full Retirement Age (FRA), early retirement, and delayed retirement. Taxes & Adjustments: Learn about taxes on benefits and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs). Family Benefits: Find out about benefits for family members and sur