Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Witness: Set tougher SSDI procedural rules
By Allison BellA former disability judge says claimants with professional representatives should be better prepared.
March 14, 2013
Can a non-registered agent sell an indexed annuity?There is a lack of clear rules regarding what insurance only agents can do when recommending fixed products to consumers who may fund those products with funds from securities.
March 14, 2013
Can a non-registered agent sell an indexed annuity?There is a lack of clear rules regarding what insurance only agents can do when recommending fixed products to consumers who may fund those products with funds from securities.
March 14, 2013
Could employers help cut SSDI claims?Some tactics could increase discrimination against workers with disabilities, a witness warns.
March 14, 2013
Could employers help cut SSDI claims?Some tactics could increase discrimination against workers with disabilities, a witness warns.
September 14, 2012
Ryan returns to Congress as House punts on budget cutsPaul Ryan took a break from the campaign trail on Thursday to help pass a resolution that essentially postpones budget talks until next year.
July 31, 2012
Crowd-funded Investments: Are they right for seniors?Seniors are being squeezed by declining investment income and rising costs. Theyre also more Internet savvy, but susceptible to cognitive deficits. Add the prospect of investing in start-ups over the Internet with limited regulation, and what have you got? A potential nightmare for them, their families and you.
July 31, 2012
Sally Kristen Ride, Ph.D. (1951-2012)Sally Ride became the first American female astronaut whose place in the stars was not bestowed. It was earned.