How Fear Could Impact When Seniors Take Social Security
What’s driving seniors to claim Social Security earlier than expected? Many factors play a role. There's a person's financial status and savings. Their job and health also play a role.…
NORA Celebrates Older Americans Month: Champion Your Health in Retirement
May is Older Americans Month, and we’re proud to honor it by continuing our mission: serving seniors with reliable news, helpful resources, and strong advocacy for Social Security and retirement…
Do You Follow This Popular Retirement Trend?
While every retiree's path to their later years is different, some trends and patterns do emerge. There's a retirement trend that's been gaining popularity for the past several years. More…
Helpful Tips for Planning Your Retirement Income
Is retirement coming up for you? If you're young or middle-aged, the answer is always yes. The real question is, are you prepared for it? Here are some tips you…
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Which States Tax Social Security Benefits?
Do you know which states tax Social Security benefits and which don't? Knowing the difference can help you keep more of your benefits.
‘Slam the Scam’ Movement Can Help Social Security Earners All Year
"Slam the Scam Day" is an important occasion for seniors and people of all age groups. The basis of this day involves reminding people how to respond to Social Security…
How Many Steps Have You Completed from This Retirement Plan
Retirement is a big process, so you need the right retirement plan. How many steps from this guide have you completed? Some of the steps are ongoing, such as saving…
Why Should You Always Check Your Social Security Statement?
They say the fine print is what matters, and this is the case with your Social Security statement. You likely have already made note of your 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living…
How and Why Seniors Should Downsize in Retirement
The tendency to downsize in retirement is a smart idea for multiple reasons. For one, seniors may not need the type of lifestyle they had in their middle age. Downsizing…
Double-Payment Coming for Some Social Security Recipients
The Mental Benefit of Higher Social Security Payments
As we move further into 2026, seniors are enjoying their raised Social Security benefits. The 2026 COLA increased payments by 2.8 percent, which amounts to about $50 on average. While…