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Social Security
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Social Security is a U.S. government program that provides financial support to retirees, people with disabilities, and surviving family members. It’s primarily funded by payroll taxes and provides monthly benefits to those who have contributed to the system.
Social Security Trust Funds will be Exhausted by FY 2034: CBO
Newly updated report finds funds may last an additional year, but still tracking toward a 23% benefit cut absent Congressional action
August 30, 2024
Americans Unfamiliar with How or When to Take Social Security Benefits
And only 22% have talked about their Social Security concerns with an advisor, reports Allianz Life
August 29, 2024
How Advisors Can Assist Clients with the Latest Social Security Breach
Experts explain the top tips for protecting clients' retirement accounts and Social Security benefits
August 23, 2024
Social Security FOMO May Result in Losing Out on Benefits
Americans are increasingly concerned about retirement income, yet some of their actions could result in missing out on money down the line, reports Schroders
August 22, 2024
Report Estimates $1.1 Billion in Improper Social Security Payments
“Record-breaking backlog” of 5.2 million pending actions behind the improper payments
August 13, 2024
Action Needed Now on Social Security Reform: GAO
New report explores various options policymakers could employ to shore up program’s troubled finances
August 9, 2024
Where the Candidates Stand on Social Security
As the presidential election draws closer, a look into possible Social Security policies from a Harris-Walz or Trump-Vance administration
August 8, 2024
Social Security Buying Power Down 20% Since 2010
The Senior Citizens League finds seniors would need an additional $370 per month to keep up with inflation
August 5, 2024
Trump Calls for Elimination of Social Security Tax
No details offered beyond Truth Social post as supporters say it would help seniors and end double taxation; detractors point to program’s already troubled finances
August 1, 2024
Consumers Demand Changes in Social Security
Sixty-nine percent of respondents to a new Nationwide survey say their vote in November will depend on a candidate's stance on Social Security
July 31, 2024