Social Security
The top Social Security news, strategies and planning insights advisors can use to best serve clients.
Life Insurers Equal About 19% of Social Security: MetLife to Policymakers
By Allison BellA life insurer says it and its competitors also provide 957,620 jobs.
September 14, 2020
Rep. Brady Floats Bill to Forgive Payroll Taxes Deferred Under Trump OrderThe bill cuts payroll taxes, which fund Social Security, for all workers through year-end.
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.