Optimize your benefits with advice.
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.
-Ford Stokes
Don’t lose out on hundreds of thousands of dollars in lifetime benefits by making the wrong decision.
You may be able to collect up to one-half of your spouse’s benefits.
You may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits.
You may decrease your payroll taxes and still receive maximum benefits.
You may qualify to receive Social Security benefits from your ex-spouse.
You may qualify to receive survivor benefits that are greater than your own.
If you are a lawful permanent resident, you may qualify for Social Security.
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:
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.
Ford is a fiduciary and licensed financial advisor. Ford and his private wealth management firm help protect and grow their clients' wealth. He is also a registered Social Security Analyst to help pre-retirees and retirees choose when to begin taking Social Security income which is one of the most important decisions a retiree can make. Prior to founding Active Wealth Management, Ford exponentially grew over a dozen companies as a Chief Marketing Officer, he’s passionate about growing our client’s wealth and has over ten years experience in the financial industry. Ford also helped successfully grow a $3 Billion Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) and a $2 Billion Independent Marketing Organization (IMO) from start-up phase to mature and significant profitability as a minority owner in both companies.
He holds an undergraduate business degree and an MBA with a dual concentration in Finance and Economics. Ford is a member of the Forbes Finance Council and contributes articles to forbes.com regularly. He has also published articles on FoxBusiness.com. Ford hosts The Active Wealth Radio Show on WGKA 920 AM on Saturdays 12:00-1:00 PM in Atlanta. He educates clients to help them invest and retire successfully.