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Social Security Explained, 2008 Edition

Avram Sacks, J.D.

Social Security Explained provides the reader with a comprehensive and detailed explanation for the federal old-age, survivor's and disability insurance segments of the Social Security program. The book extensively covers who is covered under the program, who is liable for the Social Security tax and how a worker acquires insured status for benefits eligibility. It includes the latest earnings base for Social Security tax and Medicare portion of the tax, the annual earnings or retirement test amount, and the formula for the calculation of the maximum total amounts a family can receive. Estimated future benefit amounts and a formula for determining the "break-even point" for early vs. full retirement benefits is included to facilitate retirement planning.

All provisions of recent law changes relating to Social Security, including the Social Security Protection Act of 2004 and the American Jobs Creation Act of 2004, as well as regulations, rulings, and procedures finalized in 2007, along with U.S. Supreme Court and landmark appellate decisions are explained.

Documentation of statements is provided throughout the text by citing the law, regulation, and Social Security administration manuals wherever possible. Many aspects of the Social Security program are subject to automatic change annually and are reflected throughout this updated edition.

Additional changes included in the 2008 edition are:

• Procedures for online filing of reports and benefit applications with the IRS and SSA, including Form 944
• Elimination of the IRS’ Telefile program
• Online verification of Social Security numbers
• Provisions for increased monitoring of representative payees
• Guidance for collection of overdue program and administrative debts through Federal Salary Offset
• Procedures for enforcing cooperation in continuing disability reviews
• Use of evidence from sources who are not acceptable medical sources
• Exemption of work activity as a basis for continuing disability reviews
• Several significant court rulings in developing areas of the law are also mentioned.

Specifications:

• Book: Pub. February 2008, 6" x 9" Perfect Bound, 396 pages. ISBN: 978-0-8080-1823-0.
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