Most People Don’t Wait for Full Retirement Age to Start Collecting Social Security
Most people do not wait until full retirement age to file for Social Security. This is the most common age to claim.
Did You Know There Have Been Double-Digit Social Security COLAs?
Retirees are hoping for a 3.6% COLA for next year. Can you believe there were years when COLA was more than 10%?
Labor Day’s Relationship to Social Security
Before you fire up the barbecue for a Labor Day cookout, let's look at the historic connection between this holiday and Social Security.
Why Social Security Recipients Are Watching Summer Spending Very Closely
When it comes to calculating the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, all eyes are on consumer spending over the summer.
The 2027 Social Security COLA Will Soon Be Revealed
Seniors counting on a benefits boost should find out shortly how much it could be. We'll tell you when the 2027 COLA will be announced.
VIDEO: Social Security Act Signing Anniversary
President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act 91 years ago. This video is about that important day.
Three Things Most Retirees Don’t Know About Social Security COLAs
You probably know that the Social Security COLA is designed to combat inflation, but we have a few other facts that might surprise you.
Why Retirees Will Pay the Price for Lawmakers’ Procrastination
Time is running out for lawmakers to address Social Security insolvency. Otherwise, benefits will be cut. Here's how much you could lose.
The Social Security COLA Explained in Plain Terms
To help offset inflation, Social Security provides for an annual cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA). Here's how it works.
Inflation Could Impact Next Year’s COLA —Meaning Seniors Will Still Struggle!
Early predictions show seniors could get a benefits boost next year, but we'll explain why it's still not enough because of inflation.