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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Misinformation from the Next Booth Over Aug 12, 2026

My wife and I were eating in a local restaurant the other day. In the booth right behind me (within ... Read More

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There Is a Reason for the Rules Aug 05, 2026

People often complain to me about Social Security rules that they think are unnecessary. But there i... Read More

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No Secret Code on Social Security Cards Jul 29, 2026

I'm always amazed by the number of silly and outright dumb rumors about Social Security that are flo... Read More

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Working Women vs. Stay-at-Home Moms -- The Argument Continues Jul 22, 2026

Once again, I find myself in the middle of an argument that has been going on for decades, maybe lon... Read More