Tag: Social Security

New Retirement Account Option Announced in 2026 State of the Union

Discover the new retirement savings initiative announced by President Trump offering access to pension plans and tax benefits for older Americans, supported by AARP.

Proposed Legislation for Clergy to Rejoin Social Security and Medicare

Explore proposed legislation allowing clergy to re-enter Social Security and Medicare in 2029-2030, enhancing their retirement benefits and financial security.

Clergy Retirement Security: New Legislation for Social Security and Medicare

Explore new bipartisan legislation allowing clergy to re-enroll in Social Security and Medicare for better retirement security and financial planning.

Social Security COLA Formula Undermines Retiree Buying Power by 20%

Social Security benefits have lost 20% of buying power since 2010 due to COLAs based on consumer price index misaligned with retiree spending. Learn how annuities can supplement retirement income.

Strategies for Securing Guaranteed Lifetime Income Beyond Social Security in U.S. Retirement Planning

Explore key strategies for U.S. retirees to secure guaranteed lifetime income beyond Social Security through pensions and annuities. Understand options, risks, and planning insights.

Key Financial Moves for Retirees to Make Before End of 2025

Discover four critical year-end financial actions retirees should take to protect income and optimize retirement plans before 2026, including managing RMDs and rebalancing portfolios.

Social Security COLAs Underestimate Retiree Inflation, Increasing Interest in Annuities

Social Security COLAs are based on an index that does not reflect retirees' spending, causing a loss in buying power. Annuities provide a potential solution with guaranteed lifetime income and inflation protection.

Social Security COLAs Understate Inflation Impact on Retirees' Income

Social Security COLAs are lagging behind actual inflation experienced by retirees, reducing benefit buying power. Annuities offer a potential solution for stable retirement income.

Congress Advances Bill Allowing Clergy to Rejoin Social Security

A new bill progressing through Congress could allow clergy who previously opted out of Social Security to opt back in, addressing retirement income challenges caused by SECA tax exemptions.

Alzheimer’s Impact on Social Security and Medicare: Urgent Policy Focus

Alzheimer’s disease accelerates Social Security insolvency risk and strains Medicare and Medicaid. Early diagnosis and innovative treatments offer potential economic benefits. Policy action is needed to sustain healthcare programs and workforce participation.