Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Think You Can Fix Social Security? It's Gotten Harder.
By John ManganaroA tool that lets users try their hand at Social Security reform has been updated, and the numbers aren't pretty.
February 10, 2026
Health Costs Clip Retirees' Income: ReportEven with Medicare coverage and ignoring long-term care, older Americans face sizable out-of-pocket medical spending.
February 09, 2026
American College Set to Distribute RSSA Social Security DesignationsCreated by the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts, the credential reflects training in helping clients claim benefits.
February 02, 2026
DOGE Social Security Data Breach Puts Retirees at RiskNew court papers released by DOJ may be the tip of the iceberg, lawmakers and advocates say.
January 27, 2026
New Bill Calls for Advance Notice of Social Security Field Office ClosureThe bill, sponosed by Rep. Gwen Moore, requires SSA to give 180 days' notice.
January 15, 2026
How to Calm Clients' Fears of Social Security's DemiseFinancial professionals need to step in to quell very real concerns.
January 13, 2026
Average Social Security Checks Top $2,000: ReportThe monthly milestone is reached after a 2026 cost-of-living adjustment of 2.8%.
January 09, 2026
Social Security Crunch Time Is Just a Senate Term AwaySenators elected in 2026 will likely be in office when the trust fund goes bust. Will they act?