Over the years, we've offered expert advice to financial advisors with business problems in our “Fix My Business” column. We thought it was time to check back in with some of the advisors we counseled to see how they fared.

Repaying your Social Security and then refiling for benefits can be a winning strategy, netting you a better return than investment in a CD or an immediate annuity would.

Valerie Brown, Chief executive officer, Cetera Financial Group

Senator Tim Johnson, Ranking member Senate Banking Committee, Likely Next Chairman

Elisse B. Walter, SEC Commissioner

Getting your day in court or arbitration may be more costly than you bargained for.