Social Security

Workers over 60 can expect an increase in Social Security taxes next year but they won't get as much in return.

While many are woefully uninformed about the mechanics of Social Security, better information alone is not enough to guarantee better claiming behavior.

Two planners spell out the common psychological biases that prevent clients from maximizing their benefits.

IRAs are not subject to as many rules, allowing investors to make withdrawals that conform to their portfolio strategy.

Tiny COLA increases set for 2017; taxable earnings threshold also raised, making tax less regressive.

Working 30 years instead of 29 will yield a fractional monthly benefit increase — "like by 1/29th" — says an expert, who also notes how get a good idea of future benefit

Seniors are advised to get health insurance to complement their Medicare coverage and hire a health care advocate and billing specialist.

Retirement investors who need to decide whether to sell depreciated stocks or ride out a declining market should make a decision based on their investing goals, says strategist.

Seniors may delay the benefit for increased payout in the future if they have other income sources, they are healthy, or interest rates are high.

An expert warns that investors will have to contend with lower returns in the future, as stocks are currently high-priced.