Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Ted Cruz Says Trump Accounts Could Replace Social Security. Retirement Pros Are Skeptical.
By Rob BurgessConsultant Marcia Mantell said she was "livid" at the idea. But advisors' clients have long worried about trust fund solvency.
May 01, 2026
Medicare Portal Exposed Providers' Social Security Numbers: ReportThe database was created by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to help seniors look up medical providers.
April 24, 2026
Debate: Should Social Security Benefits Be Capped at $50K Per Person?A proposed change would limit annual payments to $100,000 per couple or $50,000 per single taxpayer.
April 24, 2026
How Advisors Can Protect Clients In Cognitive DeclineExperts say being proactive before problems arise can help ensure retirement security.
April 14, 2026
Social Security COLA Projected to Jump to 3.2% for 2027Sharply rising gas prices are driving the biggest monthly inflation jump since 2022, says Mary Johnson.
April 09, 2026
New Bill Reverses Social Security Staff CutsThe Social Security Customer Service Act requires at least 75% of new hires to serve in customer service roles.
April 06, 2026
Should Social Security Benefits Be Capped?The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget is calling for a limit based on marital status and claiming age.
April 03, 2026
Trump $2.2T Budget Leaves Social Security Funding FlatThe fiscal proposal provides slightly less for the agency than the $14.9 billion requested by its commissioner.