Lump sum payout still an option for those who filed by April 2016 deadline
Working longer and delaying Social Security can significantly boost retirees' income
A one-time income hike triggers a temporary high-income surcharge
Inspiring financial literacy, Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz follows her father's footsteps to bring investing to the masses.
Tax season is a lucrative time for ID thieves
Members can switch health and drug plans during the annual open enrollment, which runs through March
The changes include higher payroll taxes, larger benefits and a promise of improved customer service
One possible way to improve the solvency of the Social Security system is to boost the amount of earnings subject to the payroll tax.
Unwary older workers can face tax penalties for funding an HSA after 65.
Delayed claiming favors the wealthy, while taxes on benefits hurt middle-income recipients.
