The original SECURE Act was signed into law on December 20th, 2019. Its “sequel,” the SECURE 2.0 Act, was similarly enacted at year-end on December 29th, 2022. Both pieces of legislation seek to reform how Americans prepare for retirement while juggling current spending needs. However, SECURE 2.0 has added far more motivational carrots than punishing sticks. Here is our run down.
When Should You Take Your Social Security?
The “right” answer to this common query remains as elusive as ever. It depends on a wide array of personal variables, how Congress acts, and how the unknowable future plays out. No wonder many families find themselves in a quandary when it comes to taking their Social Security benefits. Let’s take a closer look at how to find the right balance for you.