Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
SEC Notes Progress, Room for Improvement at Credit Rating Agencies
By Marlene Y. SatterAnnual report to Congress says smaller competitors are gaining market share, but persistent problems include lack of sufficient independence at the agencies.
December 20, 2013
Annual Social Security shortfall projected to average 12%As baby boomers retire, the gap is expected to widen even further in the next decade, says CBO.
December 20, 2013
Annual Social Security shortfall projected to average 12%As baby boomers retire, the gap is expected to widen even further in the next decade, says CBO.
December 20, 2013
Advisors Move to Raymond James, Securities America, Wells FargoRaymond James adds a $1.6 million group from Wells Fargo; Securities America welcomes back a $2 million producer.
December 18, 2013
Social Security to Run 12% Yearly Deficit: CBOThe deficit will rise to more than 30% by 2030, according to the CBO, as more baby boomers retire.
December 17, 2013
Plan sponsors need better direction from agenciesThe GAO examined the reports and disclosures pension plans are required to make to government agencies and plan participants.
December 17, 2013
Plan sponsors need better direction from agenciesThe GAO examined the reports and disclosures pension plans are required to make to government agencies and plan participants.
December 17, 2013
Rising Debt Keeps Older Americans Working LongerWorking off their debts, 62- to 69-year-olds are delaying Social Security claims, new Boston College research says.