Karin E. McKerahan, MBA, CFP® Professional
RSSA and CFP providing stand-alone Security Security Analyses
Murrieta, CA US
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Professional Profile
Located in Murrieta, California, Karin McKerahan has been an independent fee-only financial advisor for over 20 years, operating her own boutique planning & investment management firm. Seeing the increasing need for Social Security advice, she recently completed a comprehensive training curriculum in Social Security regulations and claiming strategies and passed a proctored exam in order to earn the RSSA® credential. Determining when to claim your Social Security benefits is challenging, but Karin can help you navigate your claiming options and answer questions you didn’t know to ask. She will balance your Social Security choices with your overall retirement plan so that you have peace of mind. Contact Karin McKerahan for details on her Social Security analysis service if you’re interested in a comprehensive, personalized analysis that may provide you with tens of thousands more in lifetime benefits.
Real Stories from Real People
Most People Leave Money on the Table
96%
Don't Optimize
Very few people get all the Social Security they deserve.
$111,000
Is Lost
The average household is losing $111,000 in potential income.
1 Chance
To Claim
Social Security gives you one chance to get it right – forever.
Maximize Your Benefits
Discover important information for your situation.
Married
If you are married, you may be able to collect up to one-half of your spouse’s Social Security benefit. This won’t affect your spouse’s checks. Ask an RSSA® for details.
Divorced
If you are divorced and 62 or older, you may qualify to receive Social Security benefits from your ex-spouse — in addition to your own Social Security payments. Ask an RSSA® for details.
Widowed
If your spouse has passed away, you may be eligible for a survivor benefit. The extra money may be essential for you. Ask an RSSA® for details.
Single
If you are single, and solely responsible for your retirement, making the optimal Social Security claiming decision is particularly important. Ask an RSSA® about your options.
Self-Employed
As a self-employed person, you may be able to decrease your payroll taxes — yet still receive the maximum income from Social Security. Ask an RSSA® for details.
Disability
Social Security can provide valuable disability benefits if you qualify, but these benefits — and how you qualify for them — are often misunderstood. Ask an RSSA® for details.
Immigrant
If you are a lawful permanent resident, but not yet a citizen, you may still qualify for Social Security benefits. Ask an RSSA® for details.
