Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
10 Years On, Social Security’s Deemed Filing Rules Still Confuse
By John ManganaroNuanced questions about the claiming strategy keep tripping people up, especially in cases of divorce.
May 06, 2025
Senate Confirms Bisignano as Social Security CommissionerHouse Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith said he will work with Bisignano to strengthen Social Security.
May 02, 2025
Trump's 2026 Budget Leaves Social Security Funding FlatA Social Security advocate called the allocation a de facto cut to the agency.
April 28, 2025
With Social Security in Turmoil, Should Clients Claim Early?That's a loaded question, and financial advisors simply telling clients to stay the course is not convincing.
April 28, 2025
New Bill Caps Social Security Clawbacks at 10% of Monthly BenefitsThe Claws Off Social Security Act restores a policy change made in 2024 amid uproar over the clawbacks.
April 28, 2025
Social Security to Offer Digital CardsStarting this summer, online account holders will be provided digital access to their Social Security number.
April 27, 2025
Trump Says He Would Veto Cuts to Social SecurityHis comments put hard limits on Congress as it starts work on a tax-and-spending package.
April 24, 2025
10 Insights Into Retirement Confidence in 2025Despite worries about Social Security and inflation, a survey found, the outlook has improved over the past year.