Optimize your benefits with advice.

Get the Social Security Benefits You Deserve.

The average household loses over $110,000 in potential income by making the wrong Social Security claiming decisions. I can help you get the money you earned and are entitled to.
-Dane Andersen

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Your Situation is Unique

Don’t lose out on hundreds of thousands of dollars in lifetime benefits by making the wrong decision.

Married

You may be able to collect up to one-half of your spouse’s benefits.

Disabled

You may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits.

Self-employed

You may decrease your payroll taxes and still receive maximum benefits.

Divorced

You may qualify to receive Social Security benefits from your ex-spouse.

Widowed

You may qualify to receive survivor benefits that are greater than your own.

Immigrant

If you are a lawful permanent resident, you may qualify for Social Security.

Get the Most Out of Your Social Security Benefits

With hundreds (and sometimes thousands) of filing options, getting the most from Social Security can be a complex decision. As a Registered Social Security Analyst, I can help you answer common retirement questions like:

  • When is the best time to claim?
  • Can I get benefits from my ex?
  • What should I do if I'm self-employed?
  • Can my children get benefits?
  • What about dependents with disabilities
  • How will my pension impact my benefits?
  • And so much more...

At the completion of your analysis, you will be provided with a comprehensive planning report outlining your benefit considerations in a way you can easily understand; with instructions for when and how to file, calculations, definitions, and much more.

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About Dane Andersen

Dane Andersen was inspired to become a Registered Social Security Analyst by the experience he had years ago helping his parents decide when to take their Social Security benefits, seeing first-hand the huge impact it had on their lives. For many Americans Social Security is the largest part of their retirement income. Unfortunately, the program is very complicated and confusing. What is best for one person, or couple, may not be for another. Dane founded Your Social Security Decision with the mission to help people make their best Social Security claiming decision. 

Previously Dane was Global Commodity Price Risk Director at Mars, Incorporated. Over a career spanning 32 years he held various positions in purchasing and financial risk management. Dane holds an MS in Agricultural Economics from the University of Illinois and a BS in Agriculture from the University of Delaware. Dane enjoys hiking and camping. He’s a Tennessee Naturalist and serves on the Board of Directors at Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary. Dane lives with his wife and dog in Brentwood, TN.

To schedule a free initial consultation, please fill out the form on the right or email me directly at dane.andersen@rssa.com