Social Security Class offered at the Tellico Village Public Library

The Social Security class we will offer will help you understand the ins and outs before you begin collecting. We invite you to join us for a special presentation at the Tellico Village Public Library. You will learn: – How to decide when to collect your benefits. – How to coordinate benefits with your spouse. – The Social … Continue reading Social Security Class offered at the Tellico Village Public Library

Statement About Service from Andrew Saul, Commissioner of Social Security

A message from Andrew Saul, Commissioner of Social Security: About a year ago, I took the unprecedented step to close our offices to the public. I did this to keep our employees and you—the public we serve—safe. As we enter year two of the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccines and other precautionary measures give us cause for hope. … Continue reading Statement About Service from Andrew Saul, Commissioner of Social Security

Status of the Medicare Trust Fund

There has been a certain amount of educated speculation about the effect of COVID-19 on the Social Security and Medicare systems. The 2020 OASDI Trustees Report, which was prepared before the pandemic gained a foothold and showed financial results through 2019, projected an exhaust date of 2035 for the combined OAS and DI funds. In … Continue reading Status of the Medicare Trust Fund

Biden Passes the American Relief Act – What that Means for Your Healthcare and Your Wallet

American Relief Act Passes On March 11, 2021 Biden passed the American Relief Act at a price tag of $1.9 trillion. The highlights: $1,400 direct checks for Americans earning up to $75,000 ($150,000 for couples), phasing out at $80,000 ($160,000 for couples)Extends the $300/week boost to unemployment benefits through August$350 billion to state and local … Continue reading Biden Passes the American Relief Act – What that Means for Your Healthcare and Your Wallet