Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Social Security COLA Estimated at 1.3% for 2021
By Janet LevauxThe official cost of living adjustment is set to be announced by the Social Security Administration on Oct. 13.
September 11, 2020
How to Get Americans to Claim Social Security Later: BPCThe Bipartisan Policy Center has some ideas on how the Social Security Administration could encourage retirees to wait longer.
September 09, 2020
How Did Congress Vote on Social Security and Health Bills?A lobbying group paints a picture of lawmakers' support of programs for older adults.
September 09, 2020
Ken Dychtwald: 75% of Households Could Face a Big Retirement ShockThe fallout of the pandemic will affect retirement savings for decades to come, the Age Wave founder tells ThinkAdvisor.
September 08, 2020
GOP Unveils 'Targeted' New Stimulus PlanDemocratic leaders blasted the pared-down bill as "emaciated" and "laden with poison pills" they would never support.
September 08, 2020
Social Security in Crisis: Preparing Clients for ChangeCongress will have to act to prevent Social Security's trust funds from running out, meaning either a cut in benefits or higher taxes.
September 04, 2020
Senate Democrats Try to Upend Trump Payroll Tax DeferralIf the guidance implementing Trump's order is a "rule," senators can undo it.
September 04, 2020
Social Security COLA for 2021 Could Be Above Zero After AllIf inflation holds steady for the next few months, predictions of no cost-of-living adjustment for 2021 could be wrong.