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.
-Mechell Reid
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.
MeChell A. Reid is a seasoned Financial Professional with nearly 20 years of experience in retirement planning for her clients. She has successfully guided numerous individuals towards their financial goals with a focus on Wealth Accumulation, Preservation, and Distribution strategies. Notably, she prides herself on a track record of safeguarding her clients' funds from market losses.
With a comprehensive understanding of Rolling-Over Non-Qualified and Tax-Qualified products such as IRA, TSP, 401k, 403B, and Deferred Compensation plans, she offers tailored solutions to suit each client's unique needs. Currently licensed in IL and other non-resident states, she ensures her clients receive top-tier service regardless of their location.
In addition to her financial services, she is dedicated to educating the community on Social Security and Medicare options that empower individuals. Always committed to client well-being, she provides complimentary financial check-ups to assess their current financial standing and future aspirations.
Mechell Reid has received training in Social Security regulations, including claiming strategies for different situations. After taking the comprehensive course, Mechell has passed a proctored exam in order to earn the RSSA certificate. Determining when to claim your Social Security benefits can be challenging. Mechell will help you navigate these pitfalls and answer questions you don’t know to ask. Mechell will balance your Social Security choices with your overall retirement planning, so that you also have peace of mind. Speak with Mechell Reid — a trained advisor — for a consultation. If you decide to engage Mechell Reid, you’ll receive a comprehensive personalized analysis and advice that may provide you with thousands or tens of thousands more in lifetime benefits.
MeChell embodies a holistic approach to financial planning, blending expertise with genuine care and personalized attention to ensure her clients' financial success and well-being.
Outside of her professional pursuits, MeChell is known for her compassion and dedication to helping others. A lifelong Chicago area resident, she finds joy in her roles as a devoted wife, mother of six, and grandmother to four beautiful grandchildren. In her leisure time, she enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, playing softball, and rollerblading, especially during the summer months.