Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
NASAA Names Abshure as President
By Melanie WaddellA. Heath Abshure, Arkansas securities commissioner, began Tuesday a one-year term as president of NASAA, replacing Jack Herstein.
August 27, 2012
Advisors’ Mistakes on Social Security Advice Hurt WidowsA new study finds advisors tend to overlook the complex interactions of retirement, spousal and survivor benefits. The result is especially detrimental to widows, says Andrew Biggs of the American Enterprise Institute.
August 27, 2012
When to Retire: Social Security OptionsThe decision about when to retire can have a significant impact on an individuals income and security.
August 24, 2012
Fed Sells Remaining Maiden Lane III SecuritiesAIG hits a milestone in ending the government's equity interest in the once-troubled insurance giant.
August 21, 2012
Ryan Gets Heat from Dems over Social SecurityDemocrats are eagerly renewing their fight against privatizing Social Security now that Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has picked Paul Ryan as his running mate.
August 14, 2012
Corporate social responsibility: distinction or distraction?It is recommended to choose issues closely linked to a companys core expertise and interests.
August 13, 2012
Democrats slam Ryan as threat to social safety netAfter Paul Ryan was announced as Mitt Romney's running mate, Democrats declared the upcoming election to be a referendum on the acceptability of deep cuts to programs like Social Security and Medicare.
August 06, 2012
Social Security Not the Deal It Once Was for WorkersRetiring workers wonder: Is Social Security still a good deal?