American College Set to Distribute RSSA Social Security Designations | ThinkAdvisor

February 9, 2026

"The American College of Financial Services announced Monday that it is partnering with the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA) to distribute its RSSA Social Security designation program.…

RSSA® vs. RICP®: Comparing Two Certifications | The American College of Financial Services

February 9, 2026

The RSSA® certification provides financial professionals with comprehensive Social Security planning knowledge, covering both foundational topics—such as the history, benefit types, and client eligibility—and advanced areas including benefit taxation, business…

The College Adds RSSA® Certification to its Lifelong Learning Platform | The American College of Financial Services

February 9, 2026

The American College of Financial Services, an accredited institution with the profession’s preeminent end-to-end learning platform, announces a partnership with the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA) to…

The Social Security Quirk That Can Boost Your Payout After 60 | Barron's

January 31, 2026

“It can have a big effect—no matter what age you are,” says Martha Shedden, president of the National Association of Social Security Analysts. Shedden, who took time off from her…

Filed for Social Security Too Soon? 2 Ways to Get a Do-Over | Kiplinger

January 31, 2026

Martha Shedden contributed a Kiplinger article explaining what happens if you file too early, when a do-over may be possible, and what retirees should understand before making changes.

This might be the smartest way to think about claiming Social Security | San Francisco Chronicle

January 27, 2026

"If you feel like you need professional help to understand your best claiming strategy, consider finding a Registered SocialSecurity Analyst at rssa.com"

I’m retiring at 62 this year with 11-year-old twins. Can they claim Social Security using my benefit? | MarketWatch

January 24, 2026

"As for your state pension, it should not affect either your benefits or your children’s benefits, according to Martha Shedden, president and co-founder of the National Association of Registered Social…

2027 Social Security COLA: Early forecast points to smaller raise | AOL

January 22, 2026

“The COLA applied to beneficiaries' checks starting in January 2027 will be calculated and announced in October,” says Martha Shedden, president and co-founder at the National Association of Registered Social…

As year’s first Social Security checks roll out, Long Islanders say it’s not enough | Newsday

January 9, 2026

"But most say this increase is not enough, especially when combined with inflation and a nearly 10% increase to Medicare’s Part B standard monthly premium to $202.90 from $185 in…