Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
5 States Where Older Adults' Life Expectancy Dropped the Most in 2020
By Allison BellIn the country as a whole, the average amount of time left after age 65 fell 1.1 years.
August 12, 2022
5 Ways to Calm Your Clients' Social Security FearsOne way to ease income planning conversations is to clear up confusion about public benefits.
August 10, 2022
Social Security COLA for 2023 Estimated at 9.6%While lower than last month's 10.5% prediction, it would be the biggest increase since 1981.
August 03, 2022
Inflation Is Women's Biggest Financial Worry: SurveyEven among the highest earners, only 44% said they knew how to address inflation risk in their portfolios.
August 02, 2022
Lawmakers Renew Push for Social Security 2100 Bill PassageRep. John Larson says markup and a vote on the bill could come after the August recess.
August 01, 2022
Millennials Are In for a Big Social Security Planning SurpriseThey will likely face a cut in benefits, but closing the gap is more achievable than they might think.
July 29, 2022
8 Things Your Clients Might Not Know About Social SecurityWith 2,278 guidelines in the Social Security Handbook, it's no surprise clients need your advice.
July 29, 2022
Mental Health Could Have Major Impact on Social Security Trust FundIf disability claims spike in the pandemic's aftermath, retirement funds might be needed to cover the shortfall.