Are You Considered Dead to the IRS?, 3 Social Security Mistakes to Avoid Like the Plague, New to Investing – Tips Before Getting Started

Happy Birthday, Social Security: Celebrate by Avoiding These Three Mistakes | New to Investing? Here Are Some Tips Before Getting Started | Are You Mistakenly Dead to the IRS? Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( August 16, 2023 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Top story [] [Happy Birthday, Social Security: Celebrate by Avoiding These Three Mistakes]( [Happy Birthday, Social Security: Celebrate by Avoiding These Three Mistakes]( (Getty Images) Aug. 14 marked the 88th anniversary of our national Social Security system, and we can revel in the fact that millions of Americans have been afforded financial protection in their retirement years. Since so many people rely so heavily on Social Security, it’s imperative to make the most of this income. With that in mind, financial planner Vincent Birardi [breaks down three mistakes to avoid when claiming your benefits](. [] Investing [] [New to Investing? 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