Q: You've written in past columns that the SSI program is not a Social Security benefit. But my sister is getting SSI. And when she gets letters about her payments, they come from the Social Security office. So how can you say SSI has nothing to do with Social Security? A: To answer your question, let me give you a little history lesson. Back before 1973, each state, and … [Read more...] about Questions About SSI Benefits
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Real Estate – Younger Buyers Lead the Market
Today's younger home buyers are leading the pack in home sales in the middle regions of the country, according to Ellie Mae's latest Millennial Tracker. "As housing prices continue to rebound, millennials are increasingly representing a higher percentage of homeowners in the middle of the country," says Joe Tyrrell, executive vice president of Corporate … [Read more...] about Real Estate – Younger Buyers Lead the Market
Decorating Your Home for the Holidays
As we patiently wait for the first blast of cool crisp air and embrace the winter, it's the perfect time to assess our table settings and tabletop decor for the holidays!. December holidays are a great time to infuse your home with special touches and decorations that will make the season a more pleasurable and memorable event. This is one area of interior design … [Read more...] about Decorating Your Home for the Holidays
Prop 205 in Arizona – Latest Polls for Recreational Marijuana Show Close Race
Prop 205 is on the Arizona state ballot for 2016 and on Election Day, Arizona voters can decide if the want to vote for or against the legalization for adults 21 and over to use recreational marijuana. The latest poll that is out shows that the proposition is in a near dead heat, with foes of the poll having a 1% edge, 45 percent to 44 percent. Marijuana Business Daily … [Read more...] about Prop 205 in Arizona – Latest Polls for Recreational Marijuana Show Close Race
Renters Hesitant About Buying a Home
In recent years, a large number of homeowners have turned into renters. Many of those consumers have expressed a strong desire again to own a home, but despite favorable aspects in today's market, many renters are holding off on purchasing a home. Key considerations are the rising of homes, the lack of inventory in many markets, concerns about the required down payment … [Read more...] about Renters Hesitant About Buying a Home
Why Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare
Q: I am 60 years old and have had to stop work because of various medical problems. I would like to apply for Social Security disability benefits. But my husband and I have a retirement nest egg worth about $250,000, so I guess we are not eligible. Do I just wait until I am 62 to sign up for retirement benefits? A: I am constantly amazed by the number of people, yourself … [Read more...] about Why Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare
Social Security and You – Questions from Teachers and Railroaders
Q: I read your recent column explaining the offset I will suffer because I get a small teacher's pension that will prevent me from getting full benefits on my husband's Social Security record. My husband gets $2,400 per month from Social Security. I only taught for a short while and get $400 from the Texas teacher's retirement system. If I drop that pension, can I … [Read more...] about Social Security and You – Questions from Teachers and Railroaders
Celebrity Top Ten Fragrances of 2014 – Beyoncé Knowles, One Direction on Top
Check out the Celebrity Top Ten Fragrances of 2014 with estimated Christmas sales numbers below, Beyoncé Knowles will have the biggest selling celebrity fragrance of 2014 and One Direction will also have a huge year. The 'Drunk In Love' hitmaker's 'Rise' perfume is expected to sell over 750,000 units in the UK, which will net her £1.5 … [Read more...] about Celebrity Top Ten Fragrances of 2014 – Beyoncé Knowles, One Direction on Top