Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Social Security Advocates Call for Clean Debt Ceiling Bill
By Melanie WaddellSpeaker McCarthy says the House will pass his $1.5 trillion plan, which freezes spending levels, this week.
April 13, 2023
3 Ways to Save Social Security and MedicareRaising the full retirement age, adding taxes on the wealthy and retargeting benefits are some options on the table.
April 12, 2023
Fresh Inflation Data Suggests 2024 Social Security COLA Could Fall Well Below 3%Another month of significant cooling in the CPI-W suggests a modest Social Security cost-of-living adjustment is in store next year.
April 11, 2023
Historic Staffing Shortfall Squeezes Social Security AdministrationActing commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi says a budget boost would help grow staffing levels from a 25-year low.
April 10, 2023
12 Questions Clients Will Ask About Their Social Security BenefitsJason Fichtner, a former Social Security official, answers common questions on how the shortfall could affect retirees.
April 10, 2023
Anxiety Abounds as Americans Contemplate Social Security, Market RisksMost Americans feel they can't "count on" Social Security for a dignified retirement, a new survey shows.
April 07, 2023
Social Security Has a Longevity ProblemA retirement expert explains how the Social Security Trust Funds' solvency shortfall could hurt working and retired Americans.
April 06, 2023
8 'Must-Know' Facts About the Social Security Trustees ReportA diverse group of policy experts broke down what the recent report means for the program's future.