RSSA in the News

Financial Advisor Magazine | Social Security May Face Benefit Cuts In 2034, Trustee Report Says

Published: September 1, 2021

“Social Security beneficiaries would still get 78% in 2034 even if Congress does nothing at all,” Martha Shedden, president and co-founder of the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts, told Financial Advisor magazine. “There are so many variables that can be adjusted that can extend the longevity of the system for decades, it’s just going to take that shock of the possibility that benefits will be reduced to get lawmakers to act,” Shedden said.

MarketWatch | Social Security’s doomsday is now a year earlier — should you be worried?

Published: September 1, 2021

For most Americans, Social Security benefits make up a sizable chunk of retirement income. For some, it’s a majority, if not all, of the money they’ll have in retirement. “For many people, it is their largest retirement asset,” Shedden said. “They should be thinking about it that way and paying attention to it in that manner.”

MarketWatch | 10 things everyone should know about Social Security – for starters

Published: August 27, 2021

“Whether you are approaching retirement or further away from that stage in life, do you feel competent in your knowledge of the Social Security rules? Do you know what claiming decision is best for you and/or your family? As someone who specializes in Social Security planning, here are some of the most common statements I hear. Do you know if they are true or false? Test yourself on each one and I’ll share the answers.”

MarketWatch | Good news on Social Security finances

Published: August 27, 2021

“Furthermore, according to Martha Shedden, it’s not clear that you would need to change your retirement financial plan even if you believed that Congress would let the OASI trust fund get depleted. Shedden, of course, is co-founder and president of the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts. In an interview, she said…”

Press Release | NARSSA Partners with World System Builder

Published: August 19, 2021

“We are delighted to establish a relationship with World System Builder,” said Todd S. Whiton, CEO of NARSSA. “This partnership is highly compelling as WSB fills a unique void in the financial services landscape.”

MarketWatch | How to get good help with claiming Social Security—when and how you claim can be the difference between a decent retirement and a terrible one

Published: July 15, 2021

“…Frankly, I feel if you’re retirement planning and your adviser is not able to help you get into the weeds of modeling out ‘what-if ‘scenarios [about Social Security], I’d find a different adviser.” To select one, you might want to look a financial pro who has taken special courses and certification in Social Security.