Social Security cost-of-living adjustments, known as COLAs, are supposed to help seniors keep up with inflation, but recent benefit adjustments haven’t been enough to match the rising costs of essentials…
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…
Remember the historic Cost-of-Living-Adjustment (COLA) in 2023? While this 8.7 percent number was a big help, especially in the years following pandemic lockdowns, the historic number did bring some nasty…
Some people say the path to save Social Security lies in the stock market. Investing could've helped the Trust Fund grow its reserves, but the time may have now passed…
The 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment got mixed feedback. But could this sentiment change as the year progresses? The problem of inflation is serious, but some say it could ease up soon.…
Living off just Social Security can be challenging, but with effective budgeting and planning, seniors can make the most of their fixed income and enjoy a comfortable retirement. Here at…
It's not just the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides data Social Security recipients can appreciate. Recent information on life expectancy from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Are Seniors in Financial Trouble? What does the year of 2025 hold for retirees, from a financial perspective? It depends on who you ask. Some people are staying positive. Inflation…
As we enter a new year, it's good to look back at Social Security in 2024 and remember what changed. This year was historic for multiple reasons. There were milestones,…
Did you know that paper cutting is its own art form? It's true. It's a creative pastime that's been around for centuries, and it's coming back into form. Over on…