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Financial Experts Say Your Mortgage Could Be Key to Your Retirement Plan

Many Americans are concerned about their retirement savings, with 53% feeling behind in their financial goals, according to a 2024...

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Reports Indicate UK State Pension Will Increase by Over £400 Annually

The UK state pension is expected to see a significant increase of over £400 per year due to the triple...

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2025 SSDI COLA: What to Expect for Next Year’s Disability Insurance Increase

The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits in 2025 is projected to increase by 2.63%, a...

Pension pot amount needed for ‘basic’ retirement rises 60% in three years

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Pension Pot Requirement for Basic Retirement Jumps 60% in Three Years

According To theguardian, The average pension pot required for a basic retirement in the UK has surged by nearly 60%...

Important changes in Social Security updates to the Supplemental Security Income program

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December 2024: Major Changes to SSI Application Process with New Online Platform

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to transform the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application process starting in December 2024....

Some Social Security recipients won't get benefit checks in September. Here's why.

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Changes to Social Security Payments in September 2024: What You Need to Know

Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will not receive their benefit checks in September 2024 due to a calendar...

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Backlogs in Social Security Cases Reach Over One Million

According to newsweek, The Social Security Administration (SSA) is grappling with an unprecedented backlog, now exceeding 4.3 million cases, a...

Social Security Announces New Increases in September List of States with Largest Increase

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Social Security Announces September 2024 Payment Boosts: Top States with Biggest Increases

In September 2024, Social Security beneficiaries will see increased payments due to the 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). Payment...

Work credits for Social Security benefits will be more difficult to earn in 2025

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It will be more challenging to obtain work credits for Social Security benefits in 2025

As we approach 2025, planning for retirement becomes increasingly important. One significant change on the horizon is the increase in...

Only 37% of American workers feel good about their retirement savings—here’s the No. 1 factor that helped them get ahead

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Only 37% of Americans Feel Good About Retirement Savings—Here’s the Top Strategy for Getting Ahead