Seniors Need COLAs to Cover These Essential Expenses
When we think about essential expenses for seniors, what comes to mind? We know that seniors need to cover their living arrangements, along with the elements that support a healthy,…
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…
How a Low COLA Puts Retirees’ Health at Risk
A low Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) isn't just a financial issue — it can have serious health consequences for retirees. With medical costs consistently rising, the modest 2.5 percent COLA for…
Clarifying the 2025 Social Security COLA: It’s Not a Gift, and It’s Not a Raise
The 2025 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5 percent may seem like a welcome boost for retirees, but it’s important to set the record straight. Many misconceptions exist around…
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…
Why Young People Should Care About the 2025 Social Security COLA
While the 2025 Social Security COLA might seem irrelevant to younger generations, it’s more important than you think. The 2.5 percent increase is not just about current retirees — it…
81 Percent of Seniors Say 2025 COLA Won’t Make a Difference
A recent survey by The Motley Fool found that 81 percent of seniors believe the 2025 Social Security Cost-of- Living Adjustment (COLA) will help them very little or not at…
Why Seniors Have a Right to be Disappointed in the 2025 COLA Increase
While recent reports suggest that seniors may be overreacting to the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase, there are valid reasons for disappointment. Although cooling inflation might sound reassuring, it doesn’t…
Cooling Inflation Doesn’t Mean Lower Prices, and the 2025 COLA Should Reflect That
While inflation may be cooling, it doesn't mean prices are dropping. In fact, costs for essentials like food, healthcare, and housing remain high, continuing to put financial pressure on retirees.…
2025 Social Security COLA Announced, But Will It Be Enough?
The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.5 percent Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025. While any increase may seem positive, many retirees are questioning whether this adjustment will be enough…