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WEP and GPO Explained: How Pensions Reduce Social Security Benefits (2024)

Understand how WEP and GPO reduce Social Security benefits for teachers, government workers and firefighters. Learn calculation methods, mitigation strategies, and 2024 impact figures.

Sep 26, 2025
How Social Security Benefits Are Determined: Step-by-Step Calculation & 2024 Bend Points Guide

Learn how Social Security benefits are calculated based on your 35 highest-earning years, AIME, and bend points. Includes 2024 thresholds, claiming strategies, and fixes to boost your payments.