A drastic change in the financial situation of retirees is on the horizon for 2024. Thanks to the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are set for a 3.2% increase. This adjustment is crucial in helping beneficiaries keep pace with the escalating cost of living. However, it may only partially … Read more
Philadelphia, PA: Authorities in Philadelphia are searching for the suspects involved in a series of armed robberies that have left local businesses and residents on edge. The first robbery occurred on November 20 at Larry’s Famous Pizza on Rising Sun Avenue, followed by another incident on December 11 at a Dollar General just blocks away. Both … Read more
Social Security benefits are crucial in providing financial security for American retirees. For married couples, the program offers the possibility of receiving dual benefits, either because both spouses have worked or through spousal and survivor benefits. However, there are several factors that can unintentionally reduce the amount your spouse receives. Here are three important considerations … Read more
Many older workers grapple with a common dilemma: they’ve reached the age when they’re eligible to apply for Social Security, yet even with the monthly benefit checks, leaving their jobs right away would leave them financially vulnerable. The question arises: Should they enroll in Social Security immediately or wait until retirement? The answer isn’t straightforward … Read more
At the beginning of 2024, Social Security beneficiaries witnessed a substantial 8.7% increase in their benefits. This cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) was the most significant in several years, driven by the intense inflation experienced in 2024. Now, beneficiaries are keen to discover the COLA for 2024. Their wait will soon be over. The BLS (Bureau of … Read more
Social Security is a topic that resonates with many Americans. A 2020 AARP survey revealed that a staggering 96% of Americans support this federal program. While there’s a broad consensus on its importance, the path to its reform is unclear. One of the changes proposed by Joe Biden might, however, find favor with many. Biden’s … Read more
Many retired individuals depend on Social Security benefits to support their daily expenses. As other sources of income, such as retirement savings, dwindle over time, these benefits become increasingly crucial because they constitute a guaranteed income. As a result, it’s prudent for current employees to strive to enhance their future Social Security payouts. A survey … Read more