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Many people believe they must choose between Social Security #Disability Benefits and Social Security #Retirement Benefits. The truth is, they can actually work together to provide you with the financial support you need. Discover how to maximize your benefits effectively, ensuring you receive adequate income during your retirement years. If you need help with your #DisabilityClaim in North Carolina, contact Hall & Rouse. Social Security Disability Law is what we do. #SocialSecurity #DisabilityBenefits #RetirementBenefits #FinanceTips #FinancialFreedom #IncomeSupport #MaximizeYourBenefits #KnowYourRights #HallRouse

The Major Richard Star Act is gaining momentum on Capitol Hill. The bill aims to ensure that all service members who medically retire have access to both military retirement pay and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs disability benefits. Currently, veterans with fewer than 20 years of service and a disability rating of less than 50% have their retirement pay reduced by a dollar for every dollar of disability pay they receive. This leaves around 50,000 retirees ineligible for concurrent benefits. The Major Richard Star Act seeks to remove these restrictions and allow all retirees with combat-related disabilities to receive their full retirement and disability benefits. Broad bipartisan support for the bill has been shown, with over 320 co-sponsors in the House and more than 70 in the Senate. Despite concerns about the cost, supporters argue that the country owes these benefits to its veterans. Lawmakers and veterans service organizations are determined to keep fighting until the bill becomes law. #DisabledVeterans #MajorRichardStarAct #VeteransBenefits #MilitaryRetirement #SupportOurVeterans

🚨 Attention Veterans: Important Legal Update on Disability Ratings! 🚨 Are you a veteran who was separated or retired through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES)? The recent Springs v. Del Toro case, influenced by Sissel v. Wormuth, could have a major impact on your disability ratings and benefits. Key Takeaways: The Department of the Navy is reconsidering records for over 3,300 veterans. Veterans may see increased disability ratings and benefits. You may be eligible for changes from medical separation to medical retirement. 🔍 Why This Matters: This reassessment could mean higher monthly benefits and better access to VA resources for many veterans. Make sure you're informed about these potential changes and what they mean for you. 👉 Don’t Miss Out: Visit our blog to learn more about how this decision might affect your benefits and what steps you should take next. 📲 Read More: https://bit.ly/46OKsX6 Take control of your benefits and ensure your rights are protected. If you think you’re affected by this decision, schedule a consultation with us today. We're here to help you navigate these changes.

A recent study, a collaboration between Voya Financial and Easterseals, a disability and community services provider, has revealed that 51% of disabled veterans are confident in their ability to cover everyday expenses. The study also proposes a range of benefits that could significantly improve the financial confidence of veterans with disabilities: 🌟 Help to maximize dollars spent across VA benefits and employer benefits, such as retirement plans, health savings accounts (HSAs), healthcare insurance, and other voluntary benefits; 🌟 A workplace emergency savings fund to put money aside through payroll deduction; 🌟 Support and resources to help make the transition from military service to civilian jobs; 🌟 Help to estimate income needs in retirement, including future health care costs, as well as personalized advice services and financial planning for retirement; 🌟 Expanding health insurance coverage for mental illness. Click the link ⬇ to read, "Disabled Veterans and employers: moving from surviving to thriving".

This is mainly for the guys, but it can help anyone. Routinely, I see male clients, with families-not just single guys, who don't "choose" the long-term disability coverage at work when it's optional. They say to me, "I don't plan on being disabled." First of all, shame on all you companies that don't offer some sort of disability coverage at all. I am a small business owner myself. The least you can do is offer this one thing. Do you really want to be the company on the news who fired Jimmy because he got cancer and couldn't work anymore....and also couldn't pay his bills because he didn't have disability coverage? Secondarily, make it an opt-out version after they talk to an intelligent supervisor....if you aren't going to pay for it. Group disability is not that expensive, and there's very little excuse for not paying. Thank you for coming to my rant. We teach people to retire well... the first time. If you want guidance on this, contact me at sean.fitts@nm.com or 919-755-3203. #boozallen #retirement #taxes

🌟 Enhance your financial security with the Disability Support Pension and the Special Disability Trust! Explore how these can be pivotal in safeguarding the future of those with severe disabilities: 🛡️ 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Understand the benefits, eligibility, and additional support services available. 💼 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁: Learn how setting up a trust can provide long-term financial care and why it’s exempt from certain income and asset tests. Delve into the details to ensure your loved ones are well cared for: https://lnkd.in/gq-X_8W4 Need advice on setting up a trust or understanding pension benefits? Contact us today! #DisabilitySupport #FinancialSecurity #DenaroLink

East Suffolk Council and East Suffolk Services Ltd have both been awarded the highest status within a scheme which ensures organisations are inclusive to people with disabilities. Both the Council and East Suffolk Services Ltd have been awarded Disability Confident Leader status following a Disability Confident submission, which was validated by Disability Advice North East Suffolk. The Disability Confident scheme, accredited by the Department for Work and Pensions, helps employers recruit, retain and train great people. Disability Confident organisations play a leading role in changing attitudes about, and increasing understanding of, disability. There are three levels of the scheme, with Leader status being the highest.

🌟 Enhance your financial security with the Disability Support Pension and the Special Disability Trust! Explore how these can be pivotal in safeguarding the future of those with severe disabilities: 🛡️ 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Understand the benefits, eligibility, and additional support services available. 💼 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁: Learn how setting up a trust can provide long-term financial care and why it’s exempt from certain income and asset tests. Delve into the details to ensure your loved ones are well cared for: https://lnkd.in/gv29z2ZM Need advice on setting up a trust or understanding pension benefits? Contact us today! #DisabilitySupport #FinancialSecurity #DenaroLink

As a high earner not yet rich (HENRY), you may face financial challenges, especially when raising a child with developmental disabilities. Here are some strategies to help you save for retirement while managing your child's well-being: https://hubs.la/Q02rl7hF0 #FinancialPlanning #Hamptons

Federal Government Employees and/or AFGE Union Members are rising up for better pay, retirement, and job security. Well, it's time to stand up for better #benefits too! Have you learned about the new #AFLAC Disability Plan? The AFLAC Disability Plan was specifically designed for #FederalEmployees and offers better coverage compared to your current UNUM policy. By exploring this new AFLAC Disability option, you may find that it offers more comprehensive coverage, better support in case of disability, and potentially higher payouts. Learn more here: https://1l.ink/LZFHVVQ #AFGEUnionBenefits #GovernmentEmployeeBenefits #InsureSmarter #AFGE #RiseUp #AFGEUnionMembers