Expert Tips on Navigating Social Security with Tom Margenau

06/04/2025 28 min
Expert Tips on Navigating Social Security with Tom Margenau

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Expert Tips on Navigating Social Security with Tom MargenauIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew interview Tom Margenau, a former Social Security Administration employee with 32 years of experience and a nationally syndicated columnist. They discuss critical aspects of Social Security, including optimal signup ages, the myths about illegal immigrants receiving benefits, potential privatization, and survivor benefits. Tom Margenau also shares insights from his updated book 'Social Security: Simple and Smart' and addresses common questions about disability benefits, earnings penalty, and the significance of life expectancy in making informed Social Security decisions.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:26 Current Changes in Social Security02:58 Privatization of Social Security04:29 When to Start Taking Social Security Benefits12:14 Disability vs. Retirement Benefits17:07 Handling Social Security for Incapacitated Individuals19:15 Filing Early to Grandfather into the System20:16 Working While Receiving Social Security22:03 Filing for Social Security Benefits23:59 Addressing Social Security Myths25:47 Tom's Books and Closing Remarks Visit the Peaceful Life Radio website for more information. Peaceful Life Productions LLP produces this podcast, which helps nonprofits and small businesses share their stories and expertise through accessible and cost-effective podcasts and websites. For more information, please contact us at [email protected].

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