The Good (and Bad) News About the 2025 COLA
Here at NORA, we've been covering speculation and projections about the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for months. So what's the likely outlook as we head into the pivotal months before…
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…
What is a Fair Social Security Increase for 2025?
It's time for us to request your feedback — because this is a crucial question for seniors. The main topic we cover here is the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment or…
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…
Social Security Fact Sheet — Know the Truth About the Program
Here at NORA, we focus on setting the record straight on America's retirement program. This Social Security fact sheet aims to do just that. Along with the other myths we've…
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…
Pittsburgh Woman Indicted on Social Security Fraud Charge
A Pittsburgh woman has been indicted on a charge of Social Security fraud. The individual is accused of stealing and converting approximately $21,483 in money from the Supplemental Security Income…
Are You Missing Out on These Special Social Security Benefits?
Did you know there are some special Social Security benefits that may be available to you? As detailed here, benefit options go far beyond the standard retirement funds seniors have…
‘The Best and Worst of Times’ to Take Social Security
Charles Dickens is famous for writing the iconic line, "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times..." But how does his quote apply to the decision…
This CDC Data Provides an Interesting Perspective on Social Security
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)…