When Social Security Becomes a Debt Collector
Every year, the agency tries to claw back billions in overpaid benefits — including from children who are unaware their parents collected money on their behalf.
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A Shock for Many Retirees: Social Security Benefits Can Be Taxed
When older Americans earn above a certain income level, they are often taken aback to find they owe federal income taxes on their benefits.
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Social Security Struggles With Mounting Customer Service Issues
The Social Security Administration’s staffing and customer service issues have been mounting, and budget disputes in Congress could make them worse.
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Pensions Get a New Look From Younger Workers
As the downsides of 401(k)-style plans become apparent, workers and some companies, including IBM, are showing new interest in defined benefit plans.