Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP)
RetirementA formula reducing Social Security benefits for workers who also receive a pension from work not covered by Social Security.
Example
Example: For someone with $300,000 in retirement savings planning to retire at 65, windfall elimination provision (wep) directly affects their strategy. Since it involves a formula reducing social security benefits for workers who also receive a pension from, understanding this concept could mean an extra $50,000-$100,000 in retirement assets. Plan with our retirement calculator.