Social Security is 88 Years Old — Will it See 100?
Social Security's 88th birthday is a cause for celebration — and concern. Amidst the celebrations and festivities is a big question. Will this program reach the triple-digit milestone? Some people…
The Majority of Americans Doubt They’ll Receive Social Security — Do You?
It's a bleak outlook, but it's also a majority consensus — do you share in it? About 7 of 10 Americans doubt they'll get their full Social Security benefits. This…
How to Maximize Social Security Benefits
If you want to get everything out of your retirement, you need to know how to maximize Social Security benefits. Whatever your benefit amount and whatever your retirement lifestyle, you…
How Much High-Earners Can Make by Delaying Social Security
Even if they may not be as dependent on it, high-earners have a vested interest in Social Security just like all of us. These individuals may be able to retire…
The Long-Term Problems with Social Security (and Potential Solutions)
The problems with Social Security have made headlines again. Debates about the debt ceiling have pushed the program into the spotlight once more. Worries about a government shutdown, or worse,…
Are Some People Missing Out on the 8.7 Percent COLA?
This year's 8.7 percent COLA has Social Security recipients excited. But are some seniors missing out? It's a possibility, and it has to do with how benefits are calculated. Essentially,…
Here’s Why You Should Keep Your Social Security COLA Letter
If you're like most seniors, you were excited to receive your Social Security COLA letter. The record 8.7 percent increase is a nice boost. However, you should never depend on…
How is the 2023 Social Security COLA Impacting You?
Seniors are already seeing the impact of the 2023 Social Security COLA (Cost-of-Living Adjustment) in their bank accounts. The historic 8.7 percent increase was the highest in decades. It came…
How Does the 2023 COLA Stand Up to Inflation?
We've talked a lot about the 2023 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), both in the months leading up to it and since it has taken effect. As NORA readers will recall, we've…
This Change Could Cancel Out the 2024 COLA
Now over a month into 2023, seniors have likely received their newly raised Social Security payments — but it's never too early to start thinking about the 2024 COLA. The…
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