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Can I Overpay SS Taxes To Increase My Benefits?

Can I over-pay SS taxes to have a larger benefit at retirement?

Hi,

No, you are not permitted to voluntarily pay more Social Security taxes than what is owed on your earnings.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Mar 21 2017 - 6:15am
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