Feb 24, 2026 | SML Planning Minute Podcast, Company News, Social Security Planning
In the past few months, some social media “finfluencers” have suggested that it might be a good idea to collect your Social Security early and invest the money in the stock market. Does it actually work? We follow up on a recent article from The Wall Street Journal that covers the issue in detail.
Feb 17, 2026 | SML Planning Minute Podcast, Company News
No matter how far we go with AI, there are a few places where we need to deal with a real human being. Life insurance is one of those places. Here are nine reasons why it helps to have an agent when you buy life insurance.
Feb 10, 2026 | SML Planning Minute Podcast, Company News
It’s an age-old question that seems like everybody asks: am I saving enough for retirement? It’s never going to yield an easy answer. There are so many variables: age, future savings rates, rate of return, lifestyle, etc. Where do you even begin? Fortunately, there are benchmarks available at every age that can give you a sense of whether you’re on track.
Feb 5, 2026 | Company News
Security Mutual Life, the American Heart Association, and local officials came together for a press conference on Thursday, February 5, to help promote American Heart Month.
Feb 3, 2026 | SML Planning Minute Podcast, Company News
Are you ready for the “Great Wealth Transfer”? It’s not that far off. The sooner you start your planning, the better.
Jan 27, 2026 | SML Planning Minute Podcast, Company News
“Buy term and invest the difference” sounds like a great idea on paper. But does it actually work?