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What do paystub abbreviations mean?

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In the U.S., your paystub probably has a half-dozen abbreviations which aren’t explained. This quick personal finance tutorial explains the basics, using examples. Length: about 7 minutes. Narrator Ian Lamont is the founder of i30 Media Corporation, publisher of IN 30 MINUTES guides and the author of PERSONAL FINANCE FOR BEGINNERS IN 30 MINUTES.

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Social Security: SSI and SSDI, side by side

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If you or a loved one is applying for Supplementary Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), this video breaks down some of the differences between the two programs. Based on information from the SSA.gov website and the book Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits. Narrated by the publisher of Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits and Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits.

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How can you get free money for retirement?

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If you have a 401k/403b retirement account, you may be entitled to free money via matching contributions. This quick personal finance tutorial explains the basics, using examples. Length: about 5 minutes. Narrator Ian Lamont is the founder of i30 Media Corporation, publisher of IN 30 MINUTES guides and the author of PERSONAL FINANCE FOR BEGINNERS IN 30 MINUTES.

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How do 401K, 403B, and 457B retirement accounts work?

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What are 401k/403b/457b retirement accounts, and how do they work? This quick personal finance tutorial explains the basics, using examples. Length: about 7 minutes. Narrator Ian Lamont is the founder of i30 Media Corporation, publisher of IN 30 MINUTES guides and the author of PERSONAL FINANCE FOR BEGINNERS IN 30 MINUTES.

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How is “disability” defined for SSI/SSDI?

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How does the Social Security Administration define “disability” for the SSI and SSDI programs? This short video explains, using information from the SSA website and the book Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits. Narrated by the publisher of Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits and Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits.

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DISCLAIMER: This is not an official Social Security video, nor do I represent the Social Security Administration. Please read and review Social Security publications to understand how to apply for and receive benefits. i30 Media Corporation cannot be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind, or any damages whatsoever, arising out of or in connection with the use of this video.

Personal Finance: Are you spending too much on lunch?

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How can you lose thousands of dollars on lunch? This quick personal finance tutorial examines how lunch can be such a huge expense for many people, and how you can save hundreds or thousands of dollars every year by making a few basic changes in your daily lunch routine. Length: about 5 minutes. Narrator Ian Lamont is the founder of i30 Media Corporation, publisher of IN 30 MINUTES guides and the author of PERSONAL FINANCE FOR BEGINNERS IN 30 MINUTES.

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Does starting SSDI mean giving up your job?

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If you participate in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you don’t necessarily need to give up your job. This short video explains how one worker, Angelica, is able to continue working even after qualifying for SSDI. Based on information from the SSA.gov website and the book Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits. Narrated by the publisher of Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits and Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits.

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DISCLAIMER: This is not an official Social Security video, nor do I represent the Social Security Administration. Please read and review Social Security publications to understand how to apply for and receive benefits. i30 Media Corporation cannot be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind, or any damages whatsoever, arising out of or in connection with the use of this video.

How are income and assets evaluated for Social Security benefit amounts?

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If you or a loved one is applying for Supplementary Security Income (SSI), you will need to understand how the Social Security Administration evaluates income and assets, which helps the SSA determine eligibility for SSI and benefit amounts. Based on information from the SSA.gov website and the book Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits. Narrated by the publisher of Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits and Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits.

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DISCLAIMER: This is not an official Social Security video, nor do I represent the Social Security Administration. Please read and review Social Security publications to understand how to apply for and receive benefits. i30 Media Corporation cannot be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind, or any damages whatsoever, arising out of or in connection with the use of this video.

Social Security SSI & SSDI programs: What is SGA?

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If you or a loved one is applying for Supplementary Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you will need to understand what substantial gainful activity is and how the Social Security Administration determines if you are over or under SGA, which helps the SSA determine eligibility. Based on information from the SSA.gov website and the book Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits. Narrated by the publisher of Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits and Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits.

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DISCLAIMER: This is not an official Social Security video, nor do I represent the Social Security Administration. Please read and review Social Security publications to understand how to apply for and receive benefits. i30 Media Corporation cannot be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind, or any damages whatsoever, arising out of or in connection with the use of this video.

Why is it important to have 35 years of Social Security earnings?

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When the Social Security Administration calculates your retirement benefit, it uses the 35 years of highest earnings throughout your career to determine your monthly benefit amount. What happens when you don’t have 35 years of Social Security earnings? This video explains, using two hypothetical examples, based on information from the SSA.gov website and the book Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits. Narrated by the publisher of Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 1: Retirement Benefits and Social Security In 30 Minutes, Volume 2: Disability Benefits.

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DISCLAIMER: This is not an official Social Security video, nor do I represent the Social Security Administration. Please read and review Social Security publications to understand how to apply for and receive benefits. i30 Media Corporation cannot be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind, or any damages whatsoever, arising out of or in connection with the use of this video.