Social Security Literacy: A Key Part of Financial Literacy

The NARSSA Team

The NARSSA Team

April 7, 2026 Basics

Social Security Literacy: A Key Part of Financial Literacy

April is Financial Literacy Month, a time to focus on improving financial knowledge and making more informed decisions.

But one critical area is often overlooked:

Financial literacy isn’t complete without Social Security literacy.

Social Security is one of the most important sources of retirement income, yet many people don’t fully understand how claiming strategies, timing, and benefit options can impact their long-term financial security.

In a recent feature in InsuranceNewsNet, Martha Shedden explains why Social Security literacy is essential for both financial advisors and the individuals they serve.

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Read the full article on InsuranceNewsNet.

Work With an Expert. A Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA®) can help you understand your options, avoid costly mistakes, and make confident decisions about your benefits.

 

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