Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
9 Weird Facts About Social Security's Retirement Earnings Test
By John ManganaroUnderstanding earnings test rules can help clients tailor claiming strategies when "working in retirement" is on the table.
May 25, 2023
Working Past 65? Remember, Medicare and HSAs Don't MixWhen clients work past Medicare's eligibility age, potential complications should be addressed to prevent unpleasant surprises.
May 25, 2023
Could $25B in Social Security Payments Force a Debt-Limit Deal?On June 2, millions of Americans are due to get these benefit payments, which may help end the partisan standoff over raising the federal debt limit.
May 24, 2023
7 Things Your Clients Should Know About Social Security AgentsHere's what they can, and can't, do for your clients, according to ex-Social Security official Jason Fichtner.
May 22, 2023
New Bill Would Exclude Social Security From Income TaxThe bill would threaten Social Security's solvency "while masquerading as a 'senior tax cut,'" a senior advocate says.
May 19, 2023
9 Weird Social Security Rules That Can Surprise Married CouplesHelping couples navigate the Social Security benefits claiming process is no mean feat.
May 19, 2023
Waiting to Fix Social Security Just Increases the Pain, GAO WarnsThe earlier the course correction, the more gradually changes can be phased in, giving workers time to adjust.
May 18, 2023
Debate: Will the 2024 Social Security COLA Be High Enough?Our tax experts discuss whether the 2024 Social Security COLA should be higher to combat inflation.