Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Could $25B in Social Security Payments Force a Debt-Limit Deal?
By Laura LitvanOn 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 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.
May 17, 2023
Kotlikoff Joins Laffey Presidential Campaign as Chief Economic AdvisorCampaign leaders say the economist will help present a vision that will resonate with voters of all stripes.
May 16, 2023
How to Help Clients With Make-or-Break Social Security Claiming DecisionsThe first step happens before retirement, registered Social Security analyst Nicole Birkett-Brunkhorst says.
May 15, 2023
Lower Standard of Living in Retirement Looms for Many Americans: PewA new analysis shows that the nation's retirement crisis could cost $1.3 trillion through 2040.
May 12, 2023
Don't Panic! Social Security Isn't Going Away Anytime SoonWhile the program faces problems, fearful speculation can trigger undue panic and poor decisions.
May 10, 2023
Social Security COLA Outlook Uncertain Amid Inflation, Recession RiskA 0% COLA remains possible, policy analyst Mary Johnson says.