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You've saved your money- ensure you have it when you need it   
New federal tax law allows a new option for retirement distributions

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[January 21, 2015]   Saving for retirement is a goal that most people share. But what about the second part of the equation-using your income in retirement? How do you know how much to spend when you don't know how long you'll need it to last? You don't want to run out. ..but you also don't want to deprive yourself unnecessarily . A qualifying longevity annuity contract (QLAC) might be able to help.    (Click here to continue reading)


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Social Security announces new online service for replacement SSA-1099s
Available to recipients with a My Social Security account

Carolyn W. Colvin, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, today announced the agency is expanding the online services available at www.socialsecurity.gov.  Social Security beneficiaries are now able to quickly and easily obtain a replacement SSA-1099 from the agency’s website with a my Social Security account.  (Click here to continue reading)


Oasis to compile a new cookbook in 2015  
Seeking submissions from members 

The Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln, is compiling a new cookbook!   (Click here to continue reading)


Social Security to Expand Field Office Hours Nationwide
Budget for Fiscal Year 2015 Allows Agency to Restore Some Service Hours

Social Security announces as a result of Congress’ approval of the fiscal year 2015 budget, the agency will expand its hours nationwide and offices will be open to the public for an additional hour on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, effective March 16, 2015.   (Click here to continue reading)


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Four simple home remedies for joint pain  

(BPT) - Soreness, stiffness, tenderness – joint pain can have a direct impact on quality of life. Fortunately, there are a number of proactive steps that incorporate all-natural solutions to help improve joint health and overall wellness.   (Click here to continue reading)
 


Agency resumes mailing Social Security statements 
Encourages people to create a Secure "my Social Security" account to abtain their statement online, anytime

SPRINGFIELD - Carolyn W. Colvin, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, has announced the agency will resume the periodic mailing of Social Security Statements--once every five years for most workers--while encouraging everyone to create a secure my Social Security account to immediately access their Statement online, anytime.  (Click here to continue readling)


 

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