How often do clients ask if Social Security will be there when they retire? How many have no idea that they should be worried at all? Too many retirees are either misinformed or under-informed about Social Security, how it’s funded, and what the Social Security Administration (SSA) is saying about the health of the program’s future. There’s no shortage of information — and misinformation — about the future of Social Security, so it’s crucial for financial advisors to be a trusted resource for retirees. This article talks about the possibility of depleted funds, what may occur to save the program, and how you can best help your clients with Social Security retirement planning.
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