Inflation Pushes Senior Citizens League’s 2026 Social Security COLA Projection to 2.7%
Inflation increased yet again in August, resulting in a higher expected COLA for 2026.
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Got a Spouse and Kids? Don’t Sign Up for Social Security Without Doing These 2 Things First
Your claiming age affects the size of your benefits -- and, sometimes, your family's benefits too.
3 Retirement Savings Mistakes That Are All Too Easy to Make in a 401(k)
You don't want to leave free money on the table.
Are You Really Ready to Start Collecting Social Security? 5 Signs It Might Be the Perfect Time
The obvious indication you're ready to claim Social Security is that you've reached your full retirement age.
3 Reasons No One Should Retire on Social Security Alone
There are many retirees who get all of their income from Social Security.
Social Security Will Permanently Change on Sept. 30, With 5 Additional Changes a Near-Certainty on Jan. 1
Social Security is a dynamic program, with changes undertaken on a near-annual basis.
4 401(k) Optimization Strategies to Maximize Your Retirement Savings’ Growth
Claim your full 401(k) match whenever you can.
5 Pros and 5 Cons of Buying a Second Home in Retirement
A second home gives you a place to go when you want to escape the real world.
9 Ways to Take Advantage of an IRA
People from different walks of life need different types of IRAs.
Half of American Parents Help Adult Kids Financially — Here’s How to Do It Without Derailing Retirement
Half of all parents with adult children provide regular financial support.
Want to Tap Your 401(k) Before Age 59½? Know These 10 Exceptions First.
There's typically a 10% early withdrawal penalty if you take money out of your 401(k) before turning 59 1/2.
Can You Retire a Millionaire With IRA Contributions Only?
IRAs have much lower annual contribution limits than 401(k) plans.
Americans Think They Need $1.26 Million to Retire. Are They Right?
Americans responding to a recent survey estimate they'll need $1.26 million to retire.
Why Oct. 15 Will Be the Biggest Day of the Year for Social Security Retirees
Each year, Social Security retirees typically see a cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA) to benefits.
If Your Social Security Checks Are Bigger Than This, You’ll Get an Above-Average COLA in 2026
Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated as percentages.
75% of Parents Are Making This High-Risk Financial Move
Many parents are supporting their adult children financially.
Social Security COLAs Stink at Beating Inflation. Here’s a Better Way
Social Security benefits are eligible for an automatic cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) each year.
How to Max Out Your Social Security Benefits in 2026
The maximum Social Security benefit will be increasing in 2026.