Polls show reducing the deficit is almost as important to voters as creating jobs. With Paul Ryan as Romney's VP pick, the debate might shift in that direction. More
Social Security
Social Security: What You Pay, What You Get
For the first time in history, retirees are paying more in Social Security taxes than they are receiving in benefits -- and it's only going to get worse. More
Retired Couples Need $240,000 for Health Care
Social Security will not be enough as health-care costs continue to rise. More
Social Security Doesn’t Solve America’s Income Problem
Why are people still relying on a broken government sponsored jalopy that is on target to go broke in 2033? New income sources are required for retirement. More
Social Security to Run Dry in 2035
Social Security will drain its trust fund by 2035. That projection is three years sooner than previously estimated. More
CNBC: 10 Social Security Benefit Tips
CNBC recently offered up 10 tips about Social Security benefits, including ways to get more money and what your number says about you. More
Why Senior Citizens Should Be Furious About So-Called Social Security ‘Increase’
Seniors might be getting a bigger Social Security check in 2012, but in reality, they're still falling even further behind. More
