Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Christine Benz: How Retirees Should Invest to Fight Inflation
By Ginger SzalaOlder clients may be feeling inflation's effects less than others, Morningstar's personal finance director says.
March 15, 2022
A Hard Look at Raising the Retirement AgeThis change could bolster the Social Security system, but Marcia Mantell and other retirement experts caution that the reality is complicated.
December 28, 2021
What to Expect for Social Security in 2022Experts Jamie Hopkins, Marcia Mantell and Nancy Altman weigh in on what lies ahead for the retirement benefits program next year.
December 27, 2021
Should You Count on Social Security?The program's looming insolvency is pushing Congress to consider benefit cuts or tax hikes; the answer lies more with the Social Security Trust Funds.
December 16, 2021
10 Merriest Retirement Facts: 2021We asked Michael Finke, Marcia Mantell and Mary Johnson their thoughts on this year's good news for retirees.
November 29, 2021
Medicare's Hospital Trust Fund Could Run Dry in 2026: Maryellen CogginsAn advisor who helps U.S. policymakers do the math says there are plenty of issues to track.
November 23, 2021
2021 News of the YearWe review the major developments affecting financial advisors — from Wall Street to Washington — over the past 12 months.
November 16, 2021
Debate: Should High Earners Pay More Social Security Taxes?Two professors debate whether collecting payroll taxes on income above $400,000 is the best way to shore up Social Security.