Government Benefits - 2018 Latest News & DiscussionGetting the most out of your retirement benefits isn't as complicated as many may think. While it is true that every seniors situation is unique to themselves and their spouses, maximizing your benefits to ensure you get the best possibly outcome isn't. Whether you are already retired, close to retirement age, or just wanting to know what Social Security benefits you could expect in the years to come, this article provides all the Social Security benefits calculators available to best plan for your future.Scroll through until you find the one you are looking for. When one searches for Welfare programs, it usually involves sifting through lists upon lists of vague titles and convoluted government jargon. Then why not take a glance at this one stop shop for all things related to government assistance? For those seeking benefits, benefits.gov is a good source. There, one can browse by program category, state and agency. If you are currently unemployed or know you will be getting laid off in the near future then you are probably trying to figure out how and when you should begin the process of filing for unemployment. These benefits are a vital revenue source for individuals and families who are currently unemployed, but those benefits vary wildly depending on what state you live in. Applying for public housing can be a daunting task. This article aims to make the process as easy as possible for you, providing all the info you'll need to see if you qualify, how to apply, what discounts on rent look like under public housing, and what to expect at every step of the process. Deciding the best time to begin receiving your Social Security benefits is a decision every individual must address by themselves or with their family, but that does not mean there aren't a variety of tools out there that can help you determine the best way to get the most out of your Social Security. Are you one of millions of Americans considering applying for a home mortgage, but don't know if you have enough equity to qualify for a loan? If you are then applying for a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured loan might be something you should seriously consider. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) helps over 8 million disabled, blind and elderly Americans in need every year. You can find out exactly what SSI is, who qualifies, how to apply, and how to get additional SSI benefits from your state all right here. Let's get started. Determining whether or not you have to pay taxes on your Social Security benefits really comes down to two factors: 1) your tax filing status, and 2) the amount of your "combined" income. Generally speaking though, you will not have to pay any taxes on your Social Security benefits at all, if that is your only source of income. The open enrollment period to sign up for health insurance using the marketplace has been significantly reduced for 2018 and will only last from November 1, 2017 to December 15, 2017. If you don't sign up by December 15, 2017 and don't qualify for an exemption then you will have to wait until next years open enrollment to sign up for health insurance coverage.
Government Benefits News & Opinion Articles |  | Tue Aug 14, 2018 | lendedu.com
Most l??ife?? insurance companies outside of group or work plans require an individual to go through an exam and applic... |
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In an ideal world, you buy life insurance when your kids are young or you’ve purchased your first home, and you need th... |
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Treatment costs for the immunotherapy can run to more than $1 million. Some state Medicaid programs aren't paying for t... |
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The shutdown also will compromise a range of incentive programs that have emerged over the past decade to improve low-i... |
|  | Tue Jul 10, 2018 | huffingtonpost.com
As many as 7.5 million more food stamp recipients could be subject to work requirements. |
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Reading through Medicare terms and definitions can be like wading in a pool of alphabet soup. Here's a description of t... |
|  | Thu Jul 05, 2018 | pbs.org
Realistically, money earned today is worth more than money earned in the future, writes Philip Moeller. |
|  | Tue Jul 03, 2018 | washingtonpost.com
Knowing when to collect your benefits and understanding the system’s complex rules can be vexing. |
Government Benefits Videos |  | Thu Jul 12, 2018
Medicaid expansion update and how an initiative becomes law. |
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How To Protect Your Wealth And Income When Your Spouse Needs Medicaid. |
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ICYMI: Social Security’s Chief Actuary Steve Goss discusses the Future of Social Security. |
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This is a recording of our webinar on the financial eligibility of single individuals for... |
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Lawmakers in our nation's House of Representatives could vote on a bill this week that wi... |
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Just arrived! Find out the top 10 baby names of 2017 from Social Security, the source for... |
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Take control of your future with secure access to our wide array of online services. From... |
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President Trump wants to take a bite out of the Food Stamp Program by proposing a big cha... |
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The Trump administration released their planned budget for 2018-2019 on Monday, in it wer... |
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