Are Social Security Benefits a ‘Reward’ in Retirement?
It's a rewarding feeling to claim your Social Security benefits. You're setting yourself up with an income source that can supplement or even wholly support your retirement. You've worked hard,…
Do You Follow This Popular Retirement Trend?
While every retiree's path to their later years is different, some trends and patterns do emerge. There's a retirement trend that's been gaining popularity for the past several years. More…
Would You Work Into Your 70s and 80s?
Some people dream of walking away from the workforce as soon as they can. Many retirees take benefits as soon as they're available, and even live solely off their Social…
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…
These States are Tough to Live In on Just Social Security
As we've covered previously, it's possible to live solely off your Social Security check. While this program was designed to supplement retirement, some seniors use it to fund their whole…
Could COLAs Go Down From Projections in 2023?
Could Lower Inflation Mean a Lower Social Security COLA?
They say there can be good news in bad news, and vice versa. As inflation skyrocketed back in 2022, the 2023 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security beneficiaries broke records.…
What’s the Best-Case Scenario for Social Security’s Future?
Regular readers of NORA will know we talk a lot about Social Security's future. It's our mission to inform our audience and make the case for fair yearly Cost-of-Living Adjustments…
Don’t Forget This Important Aspect of the 2025 Social Security ‘Raise’
Who doesn't love getting more money? It's always a welcomed sight — especially when it's well deserved. That's the case with the 2025 Social Security raise. Rumors are swirling as…
Low COLAs Put Unfair Pressure on Future Social Security Recipients
Life is all about decisions. For future Social Security recipients, you must make the decision on when you'll retire. This isn't just about choosing when you'd like to walk away…
Why Retirement Planning Still Matters the Year Before Retirement
When we think about retirement planning, we picture a person diligently making changes decades ahead of time. Young people and middle-aged adults often save money, organize their portfolios, and plan…