Dear Senior Citizens of Reading, Pennsylvania,
Many people depend on their Social Security benefits to support their retirement. Recently, a senior citizen named “Confused Senior” from Reading, Pennsylvania expressed concerns about discrepancies in their Social Security payments compared to information from a video they watched. The senior citizen mentioned that their current Social Security payment is $1,431, and their Medicare insurance is $165, totaling about $1,596. However, the video stated that all retired workers will receive $1,848 with a new increase to take it to $1,938. The senior citizen sought clarification on this significant difference and how to obtain the details of their Social Security payment breakdown. In response, Russell Gloor, an AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor, provided insights on accessing detailed information about Social Security payments.
Russell explained that individuals can access an itemized breakout of their gross Social Security benefit, deductions such as the Medicare Part B premium, the amount of the cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase, and the net Social Security payment for 2024 through their personal “my Social Security” online account. He advised the senior citizen to establish their online access credentials if they didn’t already have an online account set up.
Furthermore, Russell clarified that the numbers mentioned in the video likely represented average Social Security payments, and each individual’s benefit varies based on their lifetime earnings record and the age at which they claimed benefits. He provided details about the Medicare Part B premium and its automatic deduction from the Social Security payment, taking into account the 3.2% COLA increase in 2024 and the increase in the Medicare premium. He highlighted the importance of accessing the online “my Social Security” account to obtain personalized details and recommended requesting a Benefit Verification Letter from Social Security if necessary.
In conclusion, Russell addressed the senior citizen’s concerns and provided guidance on accessing detailed information about their Social Security payment. The article aimed to offer clarity and assistance to individuals seeking to understand their Social Security benefits and how to obtain specific details about their payments.
The information provided by Russell serves as a valuable resource for seniors and retirees who rely on Social Security benefits, offering them the knowledge and guidance necessary to navigate their payments and access comprehensive information about their retirement benefits.