From 24/7 Wall St. · Gerelyn Terzo · · 1m 20s
Netflix Viewing Time Drops 26% as Retiree Finds $40,000 Job Boosting Social Security
Retiree trades couch for $40,000 job that could increase Social Security benefits by replacing low-earning years in record.
In brief
Retiree trades couch for $40,000 job that could increase Social Security benefits by replacing low-earning years in record. A 67-year-old retiree’s $40,000 job may boost his Social Security benefits by replacing low-earning years in his record. Originally reported by 24/7 Wall St..
Netflix Viewing Time Drops
Jefferies reportedly estimates average monthly Netflix viewing time fell 26% from 66 hours in early 2023 to 49 hours in early 2026.
Retiree Trades Couch for Job
A 67-year-old retiree takes a $40,000-a-year job out of boredom, missing routine work and daily structure.
Social Security Earnings Test Ends at 67
Retirees claiming Social Security at 67 face no earnings limit, so his salary triggers no benefit withholding.
Job Boosts Social Security Benefits
Replacing low-earning years in his record with $40,000 wages could increase his Social Security benefit permanently.
Tax Impact on Benefits
Working at 67 means payroll taxes and potential higher income tax on Social Security benefits.
Two Checks Before Payday
Retirees should check earnings records and tax withholding to confirm benefit increases and after-tax cash flow.
Annual Review for Benefits
Retirees must review earnings records and tax withholding yearly as Social Security rules change.
What it means
A 67-year-old retiree’s $40,000 job may boost his Social Security benefits by replacing low-earning years in his record.
