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Social Security
Understanding Social Security’s 2025 COLA Adjustment
Each year, Social Security benefits are adjusted to help retirees, survivors, and individuals with disabilities keep pace with rising costs. These adjustments—known as Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs)—are tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks inflation. What Is COLA? Since 1975, Social Security has used COLAs to automatically increase benefits whenever the cost of living rises. This system ensures that monthly payments maintain purchasing power, even as every
Sep 18, 20252 min read
How (and Why) to Check Your Social Security Statement at SSA.gov
It takes just a few minutes at SSA.gov to review your earnings record, confirm your benefit estimates, and catch any errors before they affect your retirement income.
Aug 8, 20252 min read
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