81 Percent of Seniors Say 2025 COLA Won’t Make a Difference
A recent survey by The Motley Fool found that 81 percent of seniors believe the 2025 Social Security Cost-of- Living Adjustment (COLA) will help them very little or not at…
Social Security Tax Cap Increases in 2025, But Is It Enough?
In 2025, the Social Security tax cap will increase to $176,100, up from $168,600 in 2024. While this might seem like progress, many argue that the adjustment still doesn’t go…
Why Seniors Have a Right to be Disappointed in the 2025 COLA Increase
While recent reports suggest that seniors may be overreacting to the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase, there are valid reasons for disappointment. Although cooling inflation might sound reassuring, it doesn’t…
Cooling Inflation Doesn’t Mean Lower Prices, and the 2025 COLA Should Reflect That
While inflation may be cooling, it doesn't mean prices are dropping. In fact, costs for essentials like food, healthcare, and housing remain high, continuing to put financial pressure on retirees.…
2025 Social Security COLA Announced, But Will It Be Enough?
The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.5 percent Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025. While any increase may seem positive, many retirees are questioning whether this adjustment will be enough…
Don’t Forget This Important Aspect of the 2025 Social Security ‘Raise’
Who doesn't love getting more money? It's always a welcomed sight — especially when it's well deserved. That's the case with the 2025 Social Security raise. Rumors are swirling as…
Social Security Taxes May Rise — But This May Not Save the Program
The topic of Social Security taxes is a multi-layered subject. This program is paid for by the taxes of hard-working Americans across all age groups. Some states still tax benefits…
Major Changes Are Coming to Social Security Disability
Social Security disability benefits help millions of people. And now thanks to some updates, they could help even more people in need. The first update has to do with the…
What Social Security Changes Would You Like to See in 2025?
Readers of NORA will know that we cover Social Security changes each year as they happen. Of course, these changes are only impactful if they make a true difference in…
If You Worked in the Public Sector, This Could Impact Your Retirement
Whether a person has worked in the private or public sector, retirement is something they look forward to. But for the latter group, they may find that their benefits are…