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What Not to Include in Your Will

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
December 5, 2022
If you are considering preparing a will, this is a great first step in planning for the future. After reflecting on the basics, such as whom you want to be in charge of administering your wishes, you may wonder if there’s anything you shouldn’t include in your will. The answer is yes. ...
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Social Security Benefits to Increase in 2023

By Brandon Smith
December 5, 2022
Looking for a silver lining in financial news? Approximately 70 million Americans will see an 8.7% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2023 for an average increase by more than $140 per month starting in January. ...
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Bah, Humbug! Holiday Scammers are Back

By Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland
December 1, 2022
Dear holiday gift shopper: While online shopping is convenient, it is also a favorite hideout for scammers. To prevent yourself from becoming a victim of a scam, BBB Serving Greater Cleveland (BBB) shares several tips. ...
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TV Streaming: Untangling Video on Demand

By Tak Sato
November 14, 2022
When you hear 'streaming,' what comes to mind? Netflix? The cut-the-cord movement? Or maybe a way to combat rising cable and satellite TV costs and get television shows through streaming services or an over-the-air antenna? It may be time to cut the cord. We'll fill you in. ...
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Holiday Rip-Offs

By John Matuszak
November 14, 2022
Con artists adapt their tactics to pull on people’s heartstrings and loosen their purse strings. Complaints about bogus charities spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic, and unscrupulous solicitations surge during wars, hurricanes, other disasters... and holidays. ...
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How Long to Hold Onto Important Documents

By Compiled by NEO Thrive Staff from Outside Sources
November 9, 2022
Should they stay or should they go? We're talking about important documents; and by that description is sounds like they're so important we should keep them forever. But that's not entirely true. A local estate attorney sorts things out for us. ...
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Report Life Changes When Receiving SSI

By Brandon Smith
October 28, 2022
Certain life changes can affect your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. When your circumstances change after applying for or receiving SSI, it’s important for you to notify about these changes to ensure that you receive the benefits for which you’re eligible. ...
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Yay! You’re Getting a Social Security Raise

By Compiled by NEO Thrive Staff from Outside Sources
October 26, 2022
Social Security and Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will increase 8.7 percent in 2023; a move that could take some of the sting out of inflation for many of us.  ...
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