Includes bibliographical references (pages 241-248) and index.
Contents
Part one. What Social Security is, and what it isn't -- Social Security's history -- The (not-so) uncertain future of Social Security -- Under the hood: how Social Security works -- Part two. Timing is everything -- Taking early Social Security benefits -- Why you should delay Social Security benefits -- How to afford delaying Social Security -- Part three. The nuts and bolts of claiming your Social Security benefits -- Understanding Social Security benefits for married couples -- Understanding survivor benefits -- Benefit strategies for singles -- Understanding disability benefits -- The top 10 Social Security pitfalls and problems.
Summary
"Learn how to manage your Social Security benefits and understand the system and rules"-- Provided by publisher.