These States are Tough to Live In on Just Social Security
As we've covered previously, it's possible to live solely off your Social Security check. While this program was designed to supplement retirement, some seniors use it to fund their whole…
How Seniors Can Make the Most of Their 2025 Social Security COLA
The 2025 Social Security Cost-of Living Adjustment (COLA) offers a slight increase, but for many seniors, it’s not enough to cover rising living expenses. Here at the National Organization of…
What’s the Best-Case Scenario for Social Security’s Future?
Regular readers of NORA will know we talk a lot about Social Security's future. It's our mission to inform our audience and make the case for fair yearly Cost-of-Living Adjustments…
Here Are a Dozen of the Top Expenses Retirees Face
What are the top expenses retirees face? Planning for retirement involves understanding and managing these various expenses carefully. These are the costs that can impact your financial security. This great…
Low COLAs Put Unfair Pressure on Future Social Security Recipients
Life is all about decisions. For future Social Security recipients, you must make the decision on when you'll retire. This isn't just about choosing when you'd like to walk away…
How to Use Breakeven Analysis for Retirement Planning
When it comes to planning for retirement and knowing when to take Social Security, there are many opinions about which option works best. This is true not only for the…
These Are the Top Expenses for Retirees
Here at NORA, we promote fair Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) because every senior deserves a rewarding retirement. These benefits are crucial for all retirees because not everything changes in…
Why Retirement Planning Still Matters the Year Before Retirement
When we think about retirement planning, we picture a person diligently making changes decades ahead of time. Young people and middle-aged adults often save money, organize their portfolios, and plan…
Many People Struggle With This Problem After Taking Retirement
For seniors taking their long-awaited retirement, it should feel like a reward. However, many people find that the stark change in their habits is hard to adjust to. Specifically, going…
Use This One Tip to Improve Your Retirement Investment Skills
Looking to improve your retirement investment skills? Remember, variety is the spice of life. Diversification is key. Spread your retirement investments across different asset classes like stocks, bonds, and real…