Social security made simple : social security retirement benefits and related planning topics explained in 100 pages or less

Table of contents : Content: Social security basics. Qualifying for retirement benefits How retirement benefits are calculated Spousal benefits Widow(er) benefits -- Rules for less common situations. Social security for divorced spouses Child benefits Social security with a pension The earnings test -- Social security planning: when to claim benefits. The claiming decision for single people Couples with one working spouse Couples with two working spouses Taking social security early to invest it -- Other related planning topics. Checking your earnings record How is social security taxed? Social security and asset allocation Do-over options.