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The Social Security Trustees Report Looks Gloomy. Don’t Let Clients Panic

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There’s plenty to be concerned about in the 2026 report, but advocates believe reforms are coming.

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Retirement Upside

Why More CFPs Are Seeking Retirement-Specific Credentials

Tax-savvy retirement income planning was once a niche for financial planners, but the silver tsunami has changed that.

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How TIPS Bridges Can Maximize Social Security Benefits

Though it can be tricky to model in financial planning software, using a TIPS ladder to delay Social Security is a powerful strategy.

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Is Late News, Bad News? What to Expect from Delayed Social Security Report

The 2026 Social Security Trustees’ report may show the program becoming insolvent even sooner than expected.

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Advisor Upside

Social Security COLA Projection Jumps on Hot Inflation Data

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Oil prices are only part of the equation adding up to higher costs for American consumers, retirees included.

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Social Security Can be Fixed Without Cutting Benefits, Pension Expert Says

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It may be years before some Americans can get realistic estimates on payments from the beleaguered system.

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