Russell Gloor

Am I Entitled to More Social Security as a Veteran?

Dear Rusty: I served in the U.S. Army from July 1964 to July 1967. Am I eligible for a higher Social…

9 months ago

I’m on SS Disability; Should I Switch to Regular Social Security?

Dear Rusty: Should I take my Social Security now at age 62, or wait till I am 65? I've been collecting…

10 months ago

Is Social Security Really a “good deal?” 

Dear Rusty: You’ve said in the past that most people recoup their SS contributions within five years of starting benefits, thus…

11 months ago

If We Both Collect Social Security, will our Benefits be Affected?

Dear Rusty: I reached full retirement age back in June, but I have not yet filed to collect Social Security. My…

11 months ago

Did the Obama-era Social Security Tax Cuts Hurt the Program?

Dear Rusty: I will be retiring early next year but my question to you is: During the Obama administration, payroll taxes…

11 months ago

Should I Ask for Retroactive Social Security Benefits?

Dear Rusty: I turn 70 next month, October 3, and am making an application for Social Security benefits to begin in…

12 months ago

Should I Take Social Security Now, or at age 70?

Dear Rusty: I was born in April 1958, and my plan has been to take my Social Security at age 70.…

1 year ago

When Will My Disability Become My Regular Social Security?

Dear Rusty: I hope you can answer this question. I’m currently receiving Social Security Disability benefits, and I will be turning…

1 year ago

Should my Spouse be getting half of my Social Security amount? 

Dear Rusty: I was referred to you to ask a question about Social Security benefits. I receive about $1,700 a month…

1 year ago

Should I Claim Social Security Early Because it is Going Bankrupt?

Dear Rusty: My best friend is going to be 62 and wants to begin taking her Social Security immediately. Her reasoning…

1 year ago

I’d like to retire early, but don’t want my Social Security reduced

Dear Rusty: I will be 65 this year and my husband is 72 (he retired in 2019 at age 66). I…

1 year ago

Can I Claim My Own SS Benefit Now and Get Half of My Husband’s Benefit Later?

Dear Rusty: I would like to get an answer concerning taking my Social Security benefit soon and switching to my spouse’s…

1 year ago

I’m Still Confused about Medicare Part A and Part B Enrollment

Dear Rusty: I'm 64 and still working full time, and plan to continue working at least until I'm 70 ~…

1 year ago

Ask Rusty: What is the Formula for Deciding When to Claim Social Security

Dear Rusty: I am curious about the "formula" to decide when to take Social Security while still working. I am…

1 year ago

Can I Switch to a Taxi Driver Job Without Hurting my Social Security?

Dear Rusty: I opted to draw my Social Security retirement benefit early and work part time. The company I work…

1 year ago