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7 Things to Know About Social Security and Taxes

Your overall income primarily determines whether you owe taxes on your benefits and how much

   

       

Your Social Security Questions Answered Click on the topics below to see a list

ELIGIBILITY

Who qualifies for a particular benefit, at what age — and when to apply

BENEFITS

Learn how your benefit is calculated, the financial advantage of waiting to collect, what's right for you

NAVIGATING SSA

How to apply for Social Security and tips on steering through the maze of rules and paperwork

DIVORCE

Married to your former spouse for at least 10 years? You may be entitled to benefits based on those wages

SURVIVORS

Social Security can be a safeguard to young families when a loved one dies

SPOUSE & CHILDREN

Make your benefits work for your better half and your family that relies on you

DISABILITY BENEFITS

The options when you're unable to work or have a severe medical condition

WORK & TAXES

Understanding how earnings, pensions and taxes affect your benefits

    

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