Social Security and You

Social Security and You

Social Security and You

Tom Margenau uses his decades of experience with the Social Security Administration to give readers advice and answer their questions about Social Security. 

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Social Security Update for 2026 Dec 31, 2025

It has been my custom for most of the past 28 years to write a year-end column summarizing the Socia... Read More

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Some Light Reading for the Holidays Dec 24, 2025

Around this time of year, who wants to read about boring old Social Security rules and regulations? ... Read More

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How Social Security Has Evolved Dec 17, 2025

I continually remind my readers that they shouldn't worry too much when they read or hear reports of... Read More

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Protecting Your Right to Benefits Dec 10, 2025

This column will discuss a special procedure that the Social Security Administration routinely uses ... Read More