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When The Increase Can Begin Based On Age

When The Increase Can Begin Based On Age

 

The increase can begin the later of:

  1. your annuity beginning date;
  2. the first full month you are age 62; or,
  3. the first full month your spouse, who was married to you on your employee annuity beginning date, is age 62 and meets the other spouse eligibility requirements.
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When The Increase Can Begin Based On Disability Freeze

When The Increase Can Begin Based On Disability Freeze

 

The RRA limits the times when your annuity can be tested for the Special Guaranty increase.

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Special Guaranty Based On Age

Special Guaranty Based On Age

 

You may be entitled to the Special Guaranty computation based on age if you have attained age 62 for a full month and you have an SS Act Insured Status. See booklet RB-1, "Employee Age and Service Annuities" for an explanation of SS Act Insured Status.

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Special Guaranty Based on Disability

Special Guaranty Based on Disability

 

You may be entitled to the Special Guaranty computation at any age if you are eligible for a disability freeze under SS Act rules. It means that:

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What The Special Guaranty Provision Means

What The Special Guaranty Provision Means

 

The Special Guaranty provision of the Railroad Retirement Act (RRA) states that the total monthly benefits payable (including any vested dual benefits but excluding any supplemental annuity) to you and your family will not be less than the monthly amount which would be payable under the Social Security Act (SS Act) if railroad service after 1936 were credited as "employment" under the SS Act.

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Notices

Notices

 

Fraud and Abuse Hotline

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Office Hours

Office Hours

 

If you wish, you may also call or visit the RRB field office nearest you. Most RRB offices are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. If you plan on visiting an RRB office, please call for an appointment so that we can better serve you.

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Guide To Finding The Right Job UB-12

Guide To Finding The Right Job UB-12

 

Introduction

Finding a job is never easy. But by conducting an organized and thorough search, you can greatly increase your chances of success. The fact is that job openings occur every day, and being at the right place at the right time often makes the difference. This booklet provides tips on how to plan and conduct a successful job search to get the job you want.
 

Getting Started

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Guía acerca de beneficios de enfermedad para empleados/as ferroviários/as

Guía acerca de beneficios de enfermedad para empleados/as ferroviários/as

 

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Beneficios de Desempleo para Empleados Ferroviários

Beneficios de Desempleo para Empleados Ferroviários

 

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