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Op-Ed: Who says Trump will gut Social Security
In a recent Center Square opinion article analyzing the political landscape and future of Social Security, Aaron Cirksena, CEO of MDRN Capital, offers financial insight into the proposed 21% increase in the Social Security budget. Cirksena explains that the surge is “largely due to more Boomers retiring and inflation-driven cost-of-living adjustments,” while forecasting that future growth will level off as COLA adjustments stabilize. His commentary adds financial clarity to one of the nation’s most hotly debated retirement programs.
Read MoreLife Insurance As An Investment: Pros And Cons For Retirement Planning
In his latest Forbes Finance Council article, Aaron Cirksena, Founder & CEO of MDRN Capital, explores the strategic use of life insurance in retirement planning. He delves into the benefits, such as tax-free death benefits and potential cash value accumulation, as well as the drawbacks, including higher premiums and policy complexities. This insightful piece provides a balanced perspective to help you determine if incorporating life insurance into your retirement strategy aligns with your financial goals.
Read MoreDuring Market Turmoil, Retirees Need to Focus on Principal Protection. This Advisor Explains How
Aaron Cirksena, founder of MDRN Capital, saw his parents lose capital during the 2007-09 recession. He wants to protect clients from the same mistakes.
Read MoreIs it time to panic about your portfolio? Here’s what financial advisers are telling clients.
In a recent market feature, MDRN Capital CEO Aaron Cirksena shared his perspective on how investors are responding to current market conditions. Rather than sounding alarm bells, Aaron highlights a noticeable shift: clients are becoming more thoughtful, asking targeted questions about specific holdings or strategies instead of panicking.
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