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The 8%% taxation on Social Security was imposed during the Clinton administration.

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Paying income tax on Social Security payments depends on your total income and filing status. If your combined income is above a certain threshold, a portion of your Social Security benefits may be subject to income tax. The rules for taxation of Social Security benefits have been in place since 1983.

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Do you have to pay federal income tax on Social Se?

Yes, you may have to pay federal income tax on your Social Security benefits if your income exceeds a certain threshold. The amount of tax you owe will depend on your total income, including other sources of income besides Social Security.


does Mississippi Tax Social Security Income?

No, the state of Mississippi does not tax Social Security benefits at the state level. Therefore, Social Security income is not subject to Mississippi state income tax.


Does social security count toward your income when trying to figure it you get a subsidy under ObamaCare?

Yes, social security benefits are counted as income when determining eligibility for subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare). Other forms of income, such as wages and dividends, are also considered in this calculation.


What is the difference between income tax and social security tax?

Income tax is a tax paid on earnings from employment, investments, or other sources of income, and is used to fund government operations. Social Security tax is specifically used to fund the Social Security program, which provides benefits to retirees, disabled individuals, and survivors of deceased workers. While income tax is based on overall income, Social Security tax is specifically withheld from wages to fund the Social Security program.


Are social security benefits taxable?

Social security benefits may be taxable depending on your total income for the year. If your income is above a certain threshold, up to 85% of your social security benefits may be subject to income tax. It's best to consult with a tax professional to determine if your benefits are taxable.

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Does gross income include Social Security payments for income tax purposes?

Not exactly. Gross income includes the taxable portion of Social Security benefits, which is 0-85% of the payments.


IS Social Security sending payments to the disabled?

When you are qualified for social security insurance disability payments yes and social security benefits are all one and the same thing. They are both social security benefits and some of the SSB can become taxable income on your federal income tax return.


Are social security payments to children of a disabled parent considered unearned income?

NO


Is social security retirement income allowed to be garnished for alimony arrears and payments?

no


Does owning a home affect social security disability payments?

No. Social Security Disability payments are not based on assets, but on income. Owning a house may affect SSI (Supplemental Security Income) payments, especially if the house is particularly large, valuable, or the individual owns more than one house.


Does Social Security payments affect Oklahoma unemployment?

No, it's considered an exempt income.


Does an individual pay FICA taxes on Social Security income?

No. You only pay FICA taxes on earned income (wages, salary); paying on Social Security benefits would amount to paying the same tax twice.


What is personal income in economics?

National income minus social security contribution, Corporate income taxes, undistributed corporate earning, and transfer payments.


At what income do you stop paying FICA in 2009?

In 2009, $106,800 for Social Security. No maximum for Medicare.


Can a husband who has a felony collect social security for his wife if she is in a nursing home?

Usually the nursing home uses the social security income as payment for services. Possibly you could have your social security payments (if you are at least 62) based on her income levels. You should plan to either work or find another means of income.


If paying alimony and ex spouse becomes eligible to draw Social Security on ex spouse who is paying alimony can alimony payments stop?

It depends on the wording of the alimony decree. Generally, the alimony and the Social Security are independent of one another.


How much income from all sources can you have to avoid paying income taxes on your Social Security income?

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