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AARP's Social Security Question and Answer Tool can offer practical and comprehensive information about how the program works and when to apply. The tool can also help clarify eligibility requirements and provide answers to questions on disability, survivor, spousal and family benefits in an easy to understand manner.

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Disability - You and Your Disability Benefits

Get clarity on the available options offered through Social Security for disabled workers and their families, including Supplemental Security Income, early 401(k) withdrawal, and spousal and family benefits.

Sample Questions Include

How long does it take to get a hearing with Social Security?

If I retire at age 62, will I then be eligible for Medicare?

Can I earn money while collecting disability?

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Eligibility - Am I Eligible for Social Security?

Learn if you are eligible for benefits, how to apply for Social Security, choosing the optimum retirement age to file a claim, choices for citizens living (and retiring) abroad, and even help to calculate the benefit amount.

Sample Questions Include

In which countries will I not receive Social Security?

When is the earliest age I can receive benefits?

How long do I have to work to qualify for benefits?

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Family - A Benefit Plan for Your Dependents

Discover practical, comprehensive information about how, in cases of death or divorce, spouses, ex-spouses, and families could be eligible to receive benefits based on your earnings.

Sample Questions Include

Can my Social Security benefits be passed to my children?

How do divorced spouse benefits work?

Are survivor benefits decreased if claimed early?

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How It Works - The Social Security Process

Get answers on applying for retirement benefits or the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, the workings of the cost of living adjustment (COLA), and delayed retirement credits in an easy to understand manner.

Sample Questions Include

How early should I sign up for Social Security benefits?

Is there any way I can get my current amount increased?

How can I get a Social Security number for a new baby?

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Work, Pension, and Taxes - Getting a Closer Look

Learn the answers to your questions about how extra income could impact your Social Security benefits, if your Social Security benefits are taxed, private and government pensions, the Windfall Elimination Provision, and more.

Sample Questions Include

At what age are my benefits subject to the earnings limit?

How can I track down a pension from a former employer?

Do I pay federal taxes on my Social Security benefits?

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