Issue 20.12

GENERAL

Question:

Do Members of Congress have to pay into Social Security?

Answer:

Yes,they do. Members of Congress,the President and Vice President,federal judges,and most political appointees,have paid taxes into the Social Security program since January 1984. They pay into the system just like everyone else,no [...]

Issue 18.12

Given the current economic climate,buying a nice gift for Mother’s Day may be more difficult than in years past. But people across the nation are discovering that the best gifts are often free.

This Mother’s Day,you can show Mom how to save an estimated $4,000 a year on her [...]

Issue 16.12

May is National ALS Awareness Month. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),more commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease,is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. More than 5,600 people each year are newly diagnosed with ALS. As many as 30,000 Americans [...]

Issue 14.12

GENERAL

Question:

 I lost my Social Security card,should I get a new one?

Answer:

If you know your Social Security number,you may not need a replacement card.  You can replace your Social Security card for free if it is lost or stolen,but you are limited to three [...]

Issue 12.12

If you didn’t sign up for Medicare Part B medical insurance when you first became eligible for Medicare,you now have an opportunity to apply — but time is running out. The deadline for applying during the general enrollment period is March 31. If you miss the deadline,you may have [...]