WASHINGTON — Representative Kevin McCarthy of California finally secured the House speakership in a dramatic vote ending around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, but the dysfunction in his party and the deal […]
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Back to news homeAn Uptick in Elder Poverty: A Blip, or a Sign of Things to Come?
Seniors didn’t fare as well through the pandemic as most. But longer-term trends aren’t moving in their favor either. Read More
Why Social Security’s Inflation Protection Is Priceless
Automatically adjusted lifetime income is rare and worth protecting, our columnist says. Read More
I’m Young. Should I Care About Social Security?
One reason: You pay for it. And, despite what many Americans believe, it’s “definitely a misconception” that it will run out before you retire, experts say. Read More
What is Social Security COLA and How Do People Receive It?
It helps tens of millions of retired Americans keep up with rising inflation. Read More
Social Security’s Cost-of-Living Increase Will Be Largest in Four Decades, an Estimate Says
More than 70 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits can expect an inflation adjustment to their monthly checks next year that will be the largest in four decades.Government inflation […]
How to Invest for Retirement During a Bear Market
I wouldn’t wish this bear market on anyone.A lot of people have been losing a lot of money — not just billionaires, but ordinary working people who have been salting […]
4 Ways to Fortify Your Retirement Against Market Volatility
“It is important to not confuse risk with volatility, because volatility is something we have to live with,” Ms. Benz said. “Checking your liquid and near-liquid reserves, that’s a way […]
Using Tech to Optimize Your Social Security Benefits
Benefits are adjusted annually for inflation, and they are not affected by the ups and downs of financial markets. Perhaps most important, benefits are guaranteed for life, which makes Social […]
How to Cope With Medicare’s Rising Costs
Aduhelm will be administered by health care providers, and thus will be covered under Medicare Part B, rather than the Part D prescription drug program. A spokesman for the Centers […]