Social Security For Dummies 2nd Edition (9781119293330) was previously published as Social Security For Dummies 2nd Edition (9781118967560) While this version features a new Dummies cover & design the content is the same as the prior release & should not be considered a new or updated product Praise for Social Security For Dummies " Social Security for Dummies is a must read for people of any age who want a comfortable retirement Jonathan Peterson does a great job of explaining this complicated system & helps you understand how to get the most from the benefits you've earned The difference between a smart claiming strategy & a dumb one can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars so you'll want to invest in this book" Liz Weston personal finance columnist & author of The 10 Commandments of Money " This is your go-to book on Social Security Chock-full of useful tips easy to use & well organized it answers all your questions about Social Security" Steve Vernon author of Money for Life Turn Your IRA & 401 (k) Into a Lifetime Retirement Paycheck & CBS Money Watch commentator " Social Security for Dummies is indispensable for anyone who wants to get the best possible deal from Social Security & that means all of us young & old because everyone will need Social Security benefits in this era of disappearing pensions & dwindling savings Strategies for single people for married couples for survivors for divorced people You can find expert advice on all these subjects & more in this easy-to-understand guide to a very complex subject" Bob Rosenblatt editor of Helpwith Agingcom & Senior Fellow at the National Academy of Social Insurance About the book Take the mystery out of Social Security & maximize your benefits when you retire Social Security For Dummies is the definitive resource to navigating the often-complex world of Social Security retirement benefits & the US Social Security Administration If you're nearing retirement age or assisting someone who is this guide will show you how to avoid common pitfalls determine when you should claim your benefits & figure out how much you can expect to receive each month This newest edition provides updates to relevant dates & resources as well as an in-depth look at policy changes that will affect those about to retire Packed with information that will help you make decisions that will maximize your financial well-being this great resource makes it easy to understand everything you need to know quickly & easily Understand new Social Security Administration policies & what they mean for you Determine how to incorporate Social Security into your overall retirement plan Get answers to common questions Find resources to use when you're stumped With Social Security For Dummies you can take charge of your retirement & successfully navigate the US Social Security Administration