Retirees share biggest mistakes they made before stopping work The average American believes they need $1.2 million to cover their retirement The Independent UK · Jul 24
The Most Important Part of Your Social Security Statement That Many People Miss The most important part of your Social Security Statement may not be the big retirement benefit estimate staring back at you. It may sit farther down the page, in the earnings record that shows how much money Social Security credits to your work history. The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 24
Is government launching minimum pension scheme for all citizens? Ministry responds in Parliament Parliament heard that the government has no minimum pension scheme plans. The Code on Social Security, 2020, aims to extend benefits to unorganized workers. This code also provides for setting up a Social Security Fund. The Employees' Pension Scheme, 2026, is a pooled fund for eligible workers. Unclaimed EPF amounts… The Economic Times · Jul 24
Fleeing Florida? The 4 Best 'Half-Back' States for Disillusioned Retirees Florida retirement not what you expected? You aren't alone. Explore the top four half-back states offering affordable living options closer to family. Kiplinger · Jul 24
Could Social Security Delays Become the New Normal? DOGE Cuts Raise New Concerns for Retirees Social Security payments remain on schedule, but experts warn staffing cuts and ageing systems could lead to longer waits for claims, applications, and customer support. International Business Times UK · Jul 24
7 Expenses Many People No Longer Pay After They Retire Retirement doesn’t just change how much money comes in. It changes where your money goes. While healthcare and leisure spending often increase, many work-related expenses... Saving Advice · Jul 23
Newly Retired Couples Could Lose Nearly $17,000 a Year in Social Security Starting in 2033 Millions of Americans planning to retire within the next decade are facing an uncomfortable question: What if Social Security doesn’t pay full scheduled benefits? A... Saving Advice · Jul 23
Does Winning the Lottery Affect Social Security Benefits? The sudden windfall won't reduce your benefits. Here's why. Kiplinger · Jul 23
Woman Mistakenly Labeled 'Deported' Loses Social Security Benefits: SSA Now Wants the Money Back A US citizen's Social Security benefits were suspended due to an alleged deportation status error despite having all documents, including a naturalisation citizenship certificate obtained 45 years ago. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
Trump seizes on New Jersey election error to boost misleading fraud claims Republicans have latched on to the announcement after Trump’s lie-laden speech, but experts say DHS’s data is ‘designed to create a false argument’ The Guardian - US · Jul 23
Social Security Admin accused of sending emails with ‘misleading information’ to retirees Senate Democrats say Commissioner Frank Bisignano broke the promise he made during his March 2025 confirmation hearing to keep the agency strictly nonpartisan The Independent UK · Jul 22
Trump Accounts Spark New Debate Over Social Security Privatization Trump Accounts have suddenly dragged one of Washington’s most explosive retirement debates back into the spotlight: whether Americans should eventually direct some Social Security money into personal investment accounts. The accounts currently give eligible children a new tax-advantaged investment vehicle, but Sen. Ted Cruz’s comments have sparked questions about whether… The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 22
Massachusetts voters to decide nine ballot measures this year — tying for the second-most in state history Welcome to the Wednesday, July 22, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Jul 22
Labour groups blast Care formula State enterprise and labour groups on Tuesday urged the government to reconsider a new formula for calculating old-age pensions under the Social Security Fund (SSF), warning the proposed changes could reduce retirement benefits for millions of insured workers. Bangkok Post · Jul 21
Saving Advice · Jul 21 Ted Cruz Calls Trump Accounts a Path to Social Security Privatization—Economist Disagrees Social Security privatization has been one of the most politically sensitive topics in Washington. Now, a new debate has emerged after Senator Ted Cruz described...
The Independent UK · Jul 21 Gen Z could retire millionaires with $160 monthly contributions - but they don’t want to, poll reveals The average worker believes they will need $1.2 million in savings to retire comfortably
Bangkok Post · Jul 21 Reform social security before it's too late The Social Security pension fund still holds more than two trillion baht. It is not running out of money today. Nor tomorrow. That is precisely the problem. Because crises that arrive slowly are the easiest to ignore.
The Economic Times · Jul 21 No SSI payment in August 2026? Here's why millions of Americans won't receive a Social Security check next month—an important reason every recipient should know Millions of SSI recipients are searching for answers about the August 2026 SSI payment schedule after learning there will be no regular SSI check during August. The reason is a calendar change, not a benefit cut. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will send the August SSI payment early on July…
Benzinga · Jul 21 Justin Wolfers Says Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Puts an Expiration Date on 'No Tax on Tips,' but 'The Tax Cuts for the Rich Are Permanent' Economist Justin Wolfers criticized President Donald Trump’s tax legislation, arguing that several campaign promises targeting workers and retirees were narrowed in the final law while tax cuts benefiting wealthier Americans remain permanent.
International Business Times UK · Jul 21 Social Security 22 July Payment Is the Last of the Month; Here's Why Some Seniors See Two in July Social Security's final July payment lands on 22 July. SSI recipients get two cheques this month, while 452,000 seniors in student loan default face a 15% garnishment threat.
Saving Advice · Jul 20 Social Security Payments Arrive This Week—Who’s Eligible for Up to $5,181? If you are among the many beneficiaries eagerly awaiting your Social Security payment this week, you are likely already aware of how vital these funds...
Ballotpedia · Jul 20 Signatures submitted for Colorado initiative requiring mail-in ballots to contain a voter identification number In Colorado, signatures were submitted to the secretary of state's office on July 16, 2026, for a ballot initiative related to voter identification requirements for mail-in voting.
Budget and the Bees · Jul 20 Here’s What the 2027 COLA Figures May Actually Look Like Millions of Americans are already wondering how much their Social Security benefits could increase in 2027, especially after several years of higher inflation. While the official 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, will not be announced until October 2026, economists and retirement experts have already released updated projections based on recent…
The Conversation · Jul 20 Trump has $1,000 baby accounts. In contrast, Australia delivers a lifetime of savings Why is the US president now handing out US$1,000 to American babies – and what does it have to do with a retirement system built on the other side of the world?
International Business Times UK · Jul 20 July 22 Social Security Payments: Who Gets Paid, Why Some Checks Could Be $0 July 22 Social Security payments arrive Wednesday, but some retirees may receive $0 because of the retirement earnings test.