Columbus, OH

Social Security benefits got a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2024, but two-thirds of retirees say their expenses have increased more quickly, meaning benefits lost buying power. The Senior Citizens League thinks benefits will get a smaller COLA of 2.6% in 2025, which is particularly bad news for retired workers...

Social Security Benefits Get a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2025, But the Latest Forecast Is Bad News for Retirees

WashingtonExaminer

The first round of July’s Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for the highest-income earners who retire at 70, will go out to the next group of retirees in one week. Here is everything to know about this month’s Social Security payments. What is it? Social Security retirement payments are monthly checks given to retirees, meant to reduce or replace […]

Social Security update: First round of July payments worth $4,873 to go out in seven days

Fox Business

The Social Security Administration said that beneficiaries will soon need to transition to a new login portal in order to access their account information.

Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries

If you've received Social Security payments before 1997, your July check should have already arrived. For other recipients expecting a check this month, we'll break down when you can expect your payment to come in below. If you're still waiting on your check from the month of June, check out why it may not have arrived and what you can do about it.

Social Security Payment July 2024: Here's When Your Money Is Coming

HuffPost

Insiders told reporters that one word would not be used in the former president's speech. It was — twice.

Trump Utters The 1 Word He Wasn't Supposed To Say During RNC Speech

Donald Trump and his allies have spent years amplifying a conspiracy theory that Democratic officials are intentionally letting people into the country illegally to “replace” the voting population. But lately, the former president has been claiming that the “invasion” is specifically coming after Black Americans. He...

Trump floats outrageous claim that Black Americans are ‘going to die’ because immigrants are taking their jobs

We're headed into the third week of Social Security Disability Insurance payments for the month of July. If you're expecting a payment this week or aren't sure what week you should expect a check, we'll break it down below for you. If you still haven't received your June SSDI check, here's what you can do.

SSDI July 2024: Here's When You Can Expect Your Check

Waiting until the full retirement age of 67 results in receiving the full Social Security retirement benefit. There are a few wrinkles to consider when reviewing the Social Security Administration's average benefits by age. Individuals can top the average retirement benefit in two ways. Here's the latest Social Security average...

This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 67

GOBankingRates

Social Security recipients who also qualify for Supplemental Security Income benefits can get bigger payments this year thanks to changes implemented for 2024. Most of the changes follow the usual...

3 Changes To Social Security in 2024 That Can Help You Get Extra SSI Money

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Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

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Butler, PA

Mediaite

Former President Barack Obama issued a statement on the shooting of his predecessor Donald Trump at a rally.
The post JUST IN: Barack Obama Speaks Out, Says ‘We Should All Be Relieved’ Trump ‘Wasn’t Seriously Hurt’ first appeared on Mediaite.

JUST IN: Barack Obama Speaks Out, Says ‘We Should All Be Relieved’ Trump ‘Wasn’t Seriously Hurt’

FinanceBuzz

Unlock the mystery of Social Security benefits after a breakup. Discover if you can still claim your ex's benefits after their death.

Can You Collect Your Ex’s Social Security When They Die?

For most retirees, Social Security income is a necessity to make ends meet. Even though the average retired-worker benefit in May was only $1,916.63 (about $23,000 on an annualized basis), no social program pulls more seniors out of poverty each year than Social Security. Moreover, 23 years of annual surveys...

7 Ways You Can Lose Some, or All, of Your Social Security Benefit

Investigators now believe that the Steam account in the name of the man who shot at former President Donald Trump over the weekend is fake, a US official briefed on the matter told CNN.

Investigators now believe account on gaming site in would-be assassin’s name is fake

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MotorBiscuit


One woman shares her recent discovery of a $20 bill.
The post People are still finding money on their windshields appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

People are still finding money on their windshields

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The Big Things Everyone ForgetsDoug and Lee discuss the importance of considering health and longevity when deciding when to take Social Security benefits. They also highlight the significance of spousal benefits and the role of financial planning in ensuring a comfortable retirement.Don’t Sleep On Other IncomeBeyond making sure spousal benefits are set up correctly and […]
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The Two Social Security Questions Everyone Forgets to Ask

The Motley Fool

It's definitely a good news/bad news situation.

Here's the Very Latest 2025 Social Security COLA Estimate

Smaller cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are a double-edged sword for seniors.

The 2025 Social Security COLA Could Be the Largest We See for a Long Time. Here's Why That's Bad News for Seniors

Retirement Daily

Learn the impact of early vs. delayed benefits and pick the best option for your retirement goals.

Age 62, 67, or 70? Demystifying Social Security Claiming Ages

Finleyville, PA

Business Insider

George Dziamniski, 62, leads a "simple" lifestyle that helps him afford the basics.

A boomer lives on $2,600 monthly from Social Security and his Walmart job: 'If I had $1 million, I don't know what I would do with it.'

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Required to Move Your Social Security Account Sign In to Login.gov? Here's How

If you receive Social Security benefits, you may soon be required to change the way you access your account and information about your benefits. Not all...

Required to Move Your Social Security Account Sign In to Login.gov? Here's How

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