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"Political" Viewpoints on the Social Security Insolvency Dilemma
As the 2026 midterm election process grinds steadily toward a close, various comments continue to surface on Social Security’s future.
The Decision to Defer Claiming is Becoming More Popular
The Social Security Administration reports that the share of claimants starting benefits at age 70 is rising, up from about 1% 15 years ago to about 10% this year (for men) and slightly higher for women.
The Historic Nature of 2027's Social Security COLA
With the September 2026 CPI-W release just hours away, the drumbeat is growing louder for those anxiously awaiting next year's final Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.
Social Security will Last Another 90 Years, Says Social Security Commissioner
Commenting on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” today, Social Security Frank Bisignano expressed optimism for the endurance of Social Security.
Warning: Avoid Fear-Driven Decision to Claim Benefits Early
As Social Security continues its relentless march toward insolvency, and as congressional inaction remains the status quo, many folks eligible for benefits are electing to claim early out of fear and uncertainty.
Identity Theft Victims to Receive Enhanced Service from SSA
H.R. 5345, the Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act, was signed into law by President Trump last week, bringing victims enhanced opportunities for assistance from the Social Security Administration.
Planning a 2027 retirement? Check out thee key things to know.
Anyone contemplating claiming Social Security retirement benefits next year needs to be aware of the basic rules, and a post by The Motley Fool’s Kailey Hagen, CFP can help you out with three of the key items.
The Steadily Vanishing Retirement Dream
A recent Ipsos survey of more than 2,000 American adults revealed a substantial concern regarding attitudes toward retirement. Specifically, nearly half of respondents said they’ll “keep working more or less forever.”
Addressing the Social Security and SSI Confusion
There seems to be considerable confusion surrounding the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program and Social Security. Often, questions about Social Security benefit levels or eligibility rules incorrectly reference SSI, which is a totally unrelated program. In a post on the Mecklenburg Times website yesterday, Social Security Administration veteran official Tom Margenau reprises a well-worn article […]
The Claiming Age Clarity Act and How it Helps Seniors Understand
The Caiming Age Clarity Act (H.R. 5284) has passed both the Senate and the House and is now on its way to President Trump for signature. The Act, intended to make Social Security benefit-claiming decisions easier to understand, is expected to help seniors avoid the potential loss of substantial benefits.