In the
Media
Watch. Listen. Read.
MDRN Capital Founder Aaron Cirksena brings the MDRN perspective to America’s money conversations.

Read
What to Know About Collecting Social Security Now or Next Year
NTD spoke with MDRN Capital CEO Aaron Cirksena about the timing of Social Security benefits. He explained that claiming in 2025 may be more favorable than waiting, given high interest rates and market volatility. While waiting could increase benefits through cost-of-living adjustments, Cirksena cautioned it also means “gambling on future tax laws, market conditions, and rising Medicare costs.”
Read MoreSocial Security’s ‘golden age’ law change cuts payments by 30% – don’t leave it ‘too late in the game,’ expert says
The U.S. Sun spoke exclusively with Social Security and retirement planning expert Aaron Cirksena about the implications of the Full Retirement Age increasing to 67. He explained that many Americans are just now realizing they’ll need to work longer to receive full benefits.
Read MoreWhy Retirement Checkups Are the New Annual Physical
In his article for Securities.io, Aaron Cirksena compares retirement reviews to annual physicals—essential for catching issues early and keeping your financial health on track. He encourages regular check-ins to adjust for market changes, tax updates, and evolving personal goals.
Read MoreTariffs trigger retirement jitters: How best to safeguard nest eggs
In BenefitsPRO, MDRN Capital CEO Aaron Cirksena highlights how employers can support retirement savers during tariff-driven market swings—by offering better financial education, guiding employees toward target-date funds or managed accounts, and making sure they know who to turn to when uncertainty hits.
Read More