Can You Wait Too Long to Claim Social Security?
Many people know that the age you claim Social Security impacts your benefit amount. Here at NORA, we cover the advantages of waiting to claim, noting how it can result…
The Average COLA Per Year (1975-2023)
The purpose of Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) has been to keep retirement benefits on par with inflation throughout the years. But as anyone following this matter knows, the payments…
What Multiple Marriages Means for Your Social Security Benefits
What does it mean for your Social Security benefits if you've had multiple marriages? As you may know, Social Security survivor benefits apply to those who have lost a partner.…
Will You Be Able to Live Off Just Social Security?
One of the most common questions we get here at NORA involves living off just Social Security. It's possible, but it's something that's very situational. Those who are currently planning…
Can You Withdraw Your Social Security Application?
Sometimes we make a choice in life, only to later realize we'd like a do-over. Luckily, everybody gets one when it comes to claiming their Social Security benefits. Many people…
Can You Get VA and SSDI Benefits Simultaneously?
Many people who go through the VA to get support wonder — can you get it from other programs as well? Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) is a program many…
When Your Social Security Benefits Could Be Garnished
We all should be able to rely on our benefits in old age. But are there instances when your Social Security could be garnished? This is a question many people…
The Role of Social Security in Reducing Senior Poverty
Poverty is a problem that plagues people from all walks of life. But in some cases, it's extra hard to deal with. As individuals age, they often face increased expenses…
Types of People Who Can Benefit from Lower Social Security Payments
It's easy to think that when it comes to numbers, especially money, higher automatically equals better. Every senior's Social Security payment amount is unique to their income and circumstances. But…
This Group Could Suffer the Most from Social Security Problems
When we talk of topics like retirement and Social Security, it's typically a long-term conversation. These issues are only truly significant when you think about their extended impact. In some…