How policy uncertainty is reshaping senior retirement plans
More than half of respondents said a 20-percent cut to Social Security benefits would require “significant sacrifices or a tighter budget.”
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Home equity props up retirees as savings fall short
Retirement savings represent about one-quarter of financial assets for the typical working adult, while home equity accounts for one-third.
Social Security planning could open the door for reverse mortgage conversations
Reverse mortgage professionals are advised to start with Social Security education to build trust and identify client needs.
Retirement accounts become emergency funds as financial stress rises
Surveys show Americans tapping savings accounts meant for later life to cover immediate needs, even as markets reached record highs in 2025.
House approves funding boost for Social Security Administration
Provisions would give the agency an additional $50 million for customer service through fiscal year 2026, which ends Sept. 30.
New deduction may lower seniors’ Social Security tax burden
For some retirees, the change could eliminate federal income taxes entirely, although many were already exempt from Social Security taxes.
Elon Musk says retirement savings could become ‘irrelevant’
Musk’s perspective stands in contrast to ongoing economic realities for many Americans, especially older adults preparing for retirement.
Social Security proposals raise stakes for senior homeowners
A wave of recent proposals argue that an ultimate solution lies in fundamentally changing how Social Security works.
Poll finds broad support for independent Social Security commission
Seventy-one percent of respondents said they favor Congress establishing such a body, reflecting broad frustration with lawmakers.
Social Security COLA will increase 2.8% in 2026
The Social Security Administration (SSA) on Friday announced that its cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will rise 2.8% in 2026. Among the 53 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits in retirement, that will translate to an additional $56 per month.