This Social Security Advice May Help Those Who Claim Early
There's plenty of Social Security advice out there, some of which goes against conventional wisdom. Take this tip from Dave Ramsey, a financial mind who is known for his vast…
The Key to Happiness in Retirement? Financial Security and Giving Back
Retirement should be a time of joy, creativity, and fulfillment—but financial stress can take the fun out of it. National I Want You to Be Happy Day reminds us that…
Use These Tips to Better Prepare for Retirement
If you're looking to prepare for retirement, we've got a couple of helpful tips for you. Sure, Social Security should be a part of your retirement resources. After all, we've…
Financial Strategies for Seniors to Make Ends Meet with a Low COLA
Given the modest 2.5 percent COLA for 2025, many retirees may need to adopt new financial strategies to make ends meet. Here are a few practical tips: Budgeting: Create a…
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…
Social Security Planning for a Worst-Case Scenario
When you're carrying out your retirement and Social Security planning, consider the worst-case outcome. Some say that we should hope for the best in life, but plan for the worst.…
Preparing for Unexpected Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Preparing for unexpected healthcare costs in retirement is essential for maintaining your financial stability. Here are a few key steps to consider: Build an Emergency Fund: Set aside funds specifically…
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…