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 2025 Social Security COLA,…
What’s the Average Social Security Benefit for Those Who are 66?
NORA readers will know that age is everything when it comes to claiming Social Security. Some want their Social Security benefits as soon as possible, which is age 62 for…
What’s the Highest Social Security Benefit You Can Get in 2025?
A new year is coming, and along with it, a new Social Security COLA. This upcoming Cost-of-Living Adjustment adjustment has many seniors curious. What's the highest Social Security benefit you…
The Facts About Claiming Social Security Abroad
Many seniors enjoy traveling near or in retirement — so what's the rule about claiming Social Security abroad? The Motley Fool outlines the details here. In most cases, you can…
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…