Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
COLA is Much Ado About Nothing (MarketWatch)
By Staff WriterThe first COLA increase in three years is good news -- but not as good as it looks at first glance.
October 19, 2011
3.6% Social Security Boost May Be Lost to Medicare Hike (SmartMoney)For the first time in two years, Social Security recipients will be receiving a 3.6 COLA percent raise in 2012 though it's likely to be eaten up by a comparable hike in Medicare Part B premiums, which cover common medical expenses such as doctor visits, outpatient care, and home...
October 19, 2011
Most Retirees Will Not See Full COLA in 2012 Social Security ChecksInsured Retirement Institute President Cathy Weatherford says the need for guaranteed income is growing as Social Security and pensions become less reliable forms of retirement income.
October 19, 2011
Most Retirees Will Not See Full COLA in 2012 Social Security ChecksInsured Retirement Institute President Cathy Weatherford says the need for guaranteed income is growing as Social Security and pensions become less reliable forms of retirement income.
October 19, 2011
Half of Millennial Generation Doubts Social Security Will Exist for ThemA new study suggests only 5% think Social Security will exist at the same benefit level as today, and 18% are not sure what will happen with Social Security by the time they retire.
October 14, 2011
Republicans to Joint Select Committee: Repeal PPACA, Scrutinize Entitlement ProgramsIf you want to trim the budget, throw PPACA overboard and standardize states' health care spending and preserve Medicare access to rural areas, says the Senate Finance Committee's leading Republican.
October 12, 2011
Social Security Planning: A New Angle for Your Senior ClientsThe Social Security election decision, especially for married couples, is one of the most important decisions your clients will make in retirement.
October 12, 2011
Social Security Planning: A New Angle for Your Senior ClientsThe Social Security election decision, especially for married couples, is one of the most important decisions your clients will make in retirement.