I Know I’ll Get Some Social Security in Retirement. Here’s Why I’m Planning Like I Won’t.
Social Security isn't disappearing, but it'll probably look different in the future.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 10–11)
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that Fidelity is planning to raise its minimum asset threshold for RIAs on its platform to $100 million, with affected firms having until June 30, 2027 to reach this minimum or start the process of finding […]
Social Security’s 2027 COLA Has a Massive Wildcard, Courtesy of President Donald Trump
Trumpflation, fueled by the Iran war, may lift Social Security’s 2027 raise well above projections.
Social Security’s 3.5% COLA Forecast for 2027 Is Shaping Up to Be Unusually High
Potential bumps like this don't come around often.
Avoiding Pump-and-Dump Scams
While it might be difficult to distinguish a pump-and-dump from enthusiastic, legitimate investment advice, here are ways to protect yourself.
Providing Tools and Resources to Protect Investors
FINRA and other industry regulators offer free tools and resources to help investors research investment professionals, firms, and products with confidence.
Be Wary of Pressure to Transfer Funds From Your Brokerage Account
Scammers often seek out older investors, typically by phone or email, impersonating trusted authorities.

