Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Senators agree Social Security is sacrosanct
By Paula Aven GladychSocial Security, in some form, needs to remain in place to protect the elderly, disabled, extended families and children, say both Democrats and Republicans.
December 23, 2013
Claiming Social Security at 70 Can Cost You: T. Rowe StudyFor all of Social Securitys solvency problems, Americans, who are notorious for claiming benefits early and therefore leaving lots of money on the table, are doing their part to sustain the program.
December 23, 2013
Will Delaying Social Security Benefits Be a Tough Sell to Clients in 2014?Retirement planners may have a tough time in 2014 persuading clients to hold off on claiming Social Security benefits until the last year possible.
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.