Presented by Meld University
Speaker:
Pat Burris, CFP®
Vice President, Corporate and Retirement Plan Services
Meld Financial
Learn the basics of Social Security and Medicare and the changes expected to these programs in the upcoming year, including cost of living increases and what the affect will be on your benefits and taxable income. A look at what reform proposals are being considered and how a divided Congress might deal with Social Security and Medicare will also be addressed.
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Articles from the School of Social Security and Medicare:
Comparing SSI, SSDI, and Social Security Retirement Benefits
January 27, 2026School of Social Security & Medicare
The Social Security program offers three main types of benefits, each with their own qualification criteria and maximum payments.
Is Your Attained-Age Medigap Plan Ruining Your Budget? A Case Study
November 25, 2025School of Social Security & Medicare
Attained-age Medigap plans often have a lower initial cost than other options, but premium increases can derail your budget.
Medicare Premiums and Coinsurance in 2026
November 20, 2025School of Social Security & Medicare
The CMS recently announced Medicare premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance for 2026, along with Part B and D IRMAA amounts.
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