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  • Six Social Security cards lying on a table with the details blurred.

    The Social Security Test You Should Expect If You're Under Retirement Age

    If you decide to begin taking Social Security benefits for you reach the Full Retirement Age, you will likely be subject to this test.

    By Eugenia Lazaris February 10th, 2025 Read More
  • A brick-and-mortar Social Security Administration office door and sign.

    Another Big Change To Social Security Services Is Coming In 2025

    Beginning in 2025, appointments will be necessary when visiting Social Security offices in many instances, in an effort to increase organization.

    By Larissa Zageris February 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Aerial view of Pearl Harbor on Oahu Island in Hawaii

    One Of America's Most Expensive Retirement Communities Is An Island Retreat In Hawaii

    This beautiful city boasts a high cost of living but offers incredible amenities and easy access to high-quality healthcare for seniors.

    By Wesley Crowder February 4th, 2025 Read More
  • A beautiful beach sunrise over seagrass on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.

    One Of America's Most Expensive Retirement Communities Is A Gorgeous Island In South Carolina

    This beautiful island is home to gorgeous beaches and incredible golf courses, as well as a host of cultural sites and nice restaurants.

    By Larissa Zageris February 3rd, 2025 Read More
  • An aerial view of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

    One Of America's Most Affordable Places To Retire Is A Quaint Pennsylvania Town

    This Pennsylvania town is among the most affordable and safest places to retire in the United States, according to a leading report.

    By Eugenia Lazaris January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • Providence, Rhode Island skyline

    One Of America's Worst States To Retire In Is Also Known For Heavy Traffic

    Retiring in this state comes with a higher cost of living and worse traffic than many other states, according to a leading report.

    By Carolyn Osorio January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • Medicare flier rests under corner of American flag

    The 2025 Social Security Adjustment That Will Affect Medicare

    This big adjustment that will hit the Social Security program in 2025 will impact Medicare and the amount that beneficiaries receive.

    By William Fischer January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • A social security card sitting on top of a U.S. Treasury check and currency.

    US Reclaims An Absurd Amount Of Social Security Payments To Dead People

    Rumors of Social Security payments being issued to dead people have circulate for years, and it turns out that there was in fact an issue.

    By Eugenia Lazaris January 16th, 2025 Read More
  • An aerial view of a nighttime scene of Ann Arbor, Michigan.

    One Of The Best Places For Retirees To Move Is This Midwestern College Town

    This Michigan city is a vibrant, exciting city with ample entertainment, dining, and health care options and an affordable cost of living.

    By Eugenia Lazaris January 13th, 2025 Read More
  • Social Security card

    Here's How Your Social Security Number Works And What Each Element Means

    Your Social Security Number is in many ways your identifying token in American society, and it's tied to much beyond Social Security.

    By Desmond Efe-khaese December 31st, 2024 Read More
  • The prison warden puts the prisoner behind bars

    Do People In Jail Get To Receive Social Security? Here's How The System Works

    Depending on how long a person is in jail and the conditions under which they receive Social Security benefits, those benefits could be impacted.

    By Desmond Efe-khaese December 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Older couple with suitcases at airport

    Retiring Abroad? You'll Want To Make Use Of This Social Security Benefit

    It's possible to enjoy Social Security benefits while retiring abroad, and this trick will help you get the most out of the experience.

    By Carolyn Osorio December 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Older man packing boxes to move

    In 10 Years, Boomers Won't Be Able To Afford To Live In These US States

    Baby boomers increasingly find themselves unable or unwilling to downsize from their single-family homes, leading to high property tax bills.

    By Carolyn Osorio December 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Donald Trump in front of U.S. flag

    Here's What Donald Trump Did With Social Security The Last Time He Was In Office

    During his first term in office, Donald Trump's impact on Social Security was actually not nearly as great as he is often given credit for.

    By Carolyn Osorio December 27th, 2024 Read More
  • U.S. flag over a border fence

    How Does Illegal Immigration Actually Affect Social Security?

    The Social Security funding pipeline isn't enough to keep the program afloat, and illegal immigrants actually could help the problem.

    By Carolyn Osorio December 25th, 2024 Read More
  • a couple in classic 1980s style

    What Was Retirement Like In The 1980s And How Does It Compare To Today?

    There are some interesting similarities between the retirement market of the 1980s and that of today, though there are also notable differences.

    By Daniel Feininger December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Definition entry for the word 'Social Security' zoomed in

    Are You At Risk Of Never Receiving Social Security Benefits?

    There are certain groups who may not receive Social Security once they reach retirement, however, this group is small, accounting for ~2 million.

    By Drew Martz December 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Family toasts older gentleman

    What Was Retirement Like In The 1970s And How Does It Compare To Today?

    Many of the rules and regulations for modern retirement went into place in the 1970s, but the state of retirement today is quite different.

    By William Fischer December 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Outside the U.S. Capitol building in Washington D.C.

    What The House Passing The Social Security Fairness Act Means For Seniors

    On November 12, the U.S. House passed the Social Security Fairness Act; it now awaits the Senate vote. The 118th Congress will end on January 3, 2025.

    By Larissa Zageris November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Zoom in on a person's hand making a move on a chess board

    You've Been Warned: You Should Never Enter Retirement With This One Burden

    Living on a fixed income in retirement means pretty much every dollar is accounted for each month. Eliminating this burden will make budgeting easier.

    By Daniel Feininger November 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Lady Liberty on Social Security check plus U.S. banknotes

    This 2025 Social Security COLA Phenomenon Hasn't Happened In Decades

    In 2025, the COLA rate will be 2.5%, down from 3.2% in 2024, 8.7% in 2023, and 5.9% in 2022. Still, it tied a streak not seen since the 1990s.

    By Larissa Zageris October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Phone with Social Security website

    Watchdog Group Reports On The Impact Of Trump's Tax Plan On Social Security

    Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have pledged to protect Social Security, with the looming cliff of the program's insolvency now less than 10 years away.

    By Daniel Feininger October 25th, 2024 Read More
  • United States map

    You've Been Warned: Retiring In This State Could Cost You

    Key in why it's so costly to retire in this state: housing prices, among the highest in the nation. It's joined by four other usual suspects.

    By Carolyn Osorio October 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Social Security Administration logo magnified

    Is Social Security Going To Run Out? These Scenarios Are Concerning

    Social Security insolvency doesn't mean there's no money left, only that beneficiaries may start to see a reduction in their benefits. Also, a delay.

    By Daniel Feininger September 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Capitol Building, Social Security cards

    A New Bill Could Significantly Impact Social Security Benefits

    On September 19, a discharge petition for the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act secured the signatures it needed (218) to force a vote on the House floor.

    By Carolyn Osorio September 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Presidential candidate silhouettes

    Kamala Harris Vs. Donald Trump On The Future Of Social Security

    It's important to remember that changes to Social Security come from Congress. The last time the program underwent a major overhaul was 41 years ago.

    By Carolyn Osorio September 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Kamala Harris speaking at podium

    What Might Happen To Social Security If Kamala Harris Wins The Presidency

    Though Kamala Harris has yet to outline her policy on Social Security, it's likely similar to Joe Biden's and the Democratic Party's stance overall.

    By Carolyn Osorio August 4th, 2024 Read More
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