Benefits will be higher next year, but long-term financial concerns persist.
People who claimed Social Security early and now regret it have two opportunities to reverse that decision.
Caregiving parents may receive benefits regardless of their age.
Crisis of confidence in the program is prompting many to claim benefits early.
Survivors can apply for a refund of the deceased person's unused premiums.
First rule: There must be at least a decade between 'I do' and 'I don’t.'
While the rules for claiming Social Security will get a bit simpler starting in 2024, clients will continue to need advice on the best time to claim benefits.
The Windfall Elimination Provision reduction rules affect about 2 million people or about 3% of Social Security beneficiaries.
Miss your seven-month initial enrollment period and you may face lifelong enrollment penalties and delayed coverage.
The InvestmentNews staff plans to ask policy and financial experts in the coming months about their vision for the future of Social Security in the 21st century.
