Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Social Security to Roll Out Nationwide Claims System: Report
By Melanie WaddellThe change could have "catastrophic consequences for beneficiaries," a Social Security advocate says.
January 05, 2026
Debate: Should Medicare's Eligibility Age Be Raised to 67?The Republican Study Committee proposal more closely aligns with the eligibility rules governing Social Security claiming.
December 18, 2025
6 New Social Security Bills in Congress at Year-EndLawmakers have introduced a number of bills since October, including one to update SSA language to describe claiming ages.
December 17, 2025
Social Security Online Service Faces Site OutageUsers were unable to log in Wednesday morning.
December 16, 2025
Most Believe Congress Has Broken Social Security Promises: CatoA new research report offers a comprehensive look into Americans’ views on the federal insurance program.
December 12, 2025
How Advisors' Biases Can Cloud Social Security Claiming AdviceDerek Tharp's framework for early claiming of benefits has two critical flaws.
December 12, 2025
Social Security Case Study: How a Couple Could Boost Lifetime Benefits by $100KClients may be surprised by just how much of a difference an optimal claiming decision can make.
December 12, 2025
New Bill Lets Social Security Recipients Contribute to HSAsThe Stop Penalizing Working Seniors Act allows those enrolled only in Medicare Part A to continue HSA contributions.