We dive into the essentials of Social Security benefits with special guest Kirk from the Social Security Administration. Kirk answers frequently asked questions about creating a My Social Security account, its benefits, and how to use online resources for your retirement planning.

Learn how to qualify for Social Security retirement benefits, understand the calculations behind your benefit amounts, and get insights into the financial health of the Social Security system. Kirk also discusses the best age to start receiving benefits and how to maximize your Social Security income.

Stay tuned for the next episode where we'll explore more specifics with provisions of Social Security that may impact public employees.

Official Social Security website: https://www.ssa.gov/

Significant changes are coming to PEBB Medicare Part D in 2025. Discover why these changes are being implemented, how they aim to reduce premiums and what specific plans will include Medicare Part D. Our guest is Ellen, who works as a Retiree Benefits Manager at the Washington State Healthcare Authority. She explains what this new change means for retirees and where to go for more information.

Open enrollment is Oct. 28, 2024 – Nov. 25, 2024.

Your auto and home insurance can have a significant impact on your budget, but it’s hard to know if you’re getting the best rate. Our guest, Amy from the Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC), joins us to provide tips on shopping around for insurance and the value of having an agent.

Resources:

Office of the Insurance Commissioner

Podcast: OIC Answers