Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Top 10 Social Security myths: Part 1
By William MeyerAny one of these Social Security myths could derail a client's retirement plan.
October 01, 2014
Largest Public Pensions See 14.3% GainThe holdings and investments in the 100 largest public-employee pension systems in the U.S. are at their highest since 1968, the Census Bureau says.
September 24, 2014
Finance committee backs Carolyn Colvin as Social Security CommissionerThe nomination of Carolyn Watts Colvin to be the commissioner of the Social Security Administration was approved by a 22-2 vote.
September 24, 2014
Finance committee backs Carolyn Colvin as Social Security CommissionerThe nomination of Carolyn Watts Colvin to be the commissioner of the Social Security Administration was approved by a 22-2 vote.
September 22, 2014
Top 10 Social Security Myths: Part 1Dont let your clients sacrifice their benefits on the altar of misinformation. In part one of a series, we debunk five big Social Security myths.
September 17, 2014
Skipping Social Security Advice Equals Missed Opportunity for AdvisorsThere is rising demand for Social Security guidance, but only a small percentage of advisors are reaping the benefits of offering it, new research says.
September 17, 2014
GAO: HHS took too much security risk when it launched HealthCare.govOfficials say HealthCare.gov still needs a backup system -- and they kept 22 recommendations secret.
September 10, 2014
New Hire Roundup: Senate Confirms Social Security Advisory Board MembersMeanwhile, Mike DiCenso joined Mesirow Financial as managing director and head of national sales in its investment strategies division.