Part 1: Social Security Basics

Social Security plays a very important role in your finances. It’s not the most interesting topic and can be complex but you should be educated on the basics of this system as many people unknowingly discount the impact Social Security will have on their retirement or for their survivors. Here are some topics we cover: Will Social Security be there for me? At what age can I take Social Security? What is the spousal benefit? How do I know how much I get? Should I delay taking my benefits? Check out our next episode, Part 2, for information on survivor and spousal benefits from Social Security. Resources Zippia. "30+ Social Security Statistics [2023]: Average Social Security Benefit" Zippia.com. Dec. 12, 2022, https://www.zippia.com/advice/social-security-statistics/ AARP “How Does Social Security Work When A Spouse Dies?” aarp.org. May 05, 2023, https://www.aarp.org/retirement/social-security/questions-answers/social-security-spouse-dies.html#:~:text=If%20you%20are%20below%20full,on%20his%20or%20her%20own. Social Security Website https://www.ssa.gov Social Security Webiste, Windfall Elimination Provision https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/wep.html Social Security Website, Government Pension Offset https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/gpo-calc.html PBS. “What Social Security’s Survivors Planner won’t tell you about taking widows benefits” pbs.org. Jun 16, 2014, ttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/what-social-securitys-survivors-planner-wont-tell-you-about-taking-widows-benefits If you would like to learn more about Rock House Financial and the services offered see our website https://rockhousefinancial.com/ Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives, and is not intended as recommendations appropriate for any individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. RH Advisors, LLC dba Rock House Financial is an SEC registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed on this show do not reflect the opinions of Rock House Financial or any sponsors of the podcast. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.