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A Retirement Estimator for Farm Families
This site was also developed at Purdue University. The purpose is to help farm families determine their financial ability to retire. Users are asked to enter information on their assets and liabilities. They can print the worksheet. No information is stored when you exit the program.
Benefits CheckUp
This is a free service that identifies federal and state assistance programs for older Americans. The service was created by the National Council on Aging.
Financial Security in Later Life
This site was developed by USDA/CSREES. The purpose is to provide online educational programs for consumers and educators. Programs focus on saving, investing, and planning long-term care and retirement.
Medicare
Or phone 1-800-633-4227. In general, a citizen of the U.S. or permanent resident is eligible for Medicare at age 65.
National Farm Transfer
Another resource is the National Farm Transfer Network at 1-800-447-1895 or http://www.extension.iastate.edu/nftn 20 states have these programs.
Planning for a Secure Retirement
This site was developed at Purdue University. It focuses on calculating life expectancy, estimating expenses in retirement, Social Security, evaluating your employer retirement plan, starting an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), and other information to help prepare for retirement.
Social Security Administration
Or phone 1-800-772-1213. The site provides complete information about eligibility for retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.
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