2025 Social Security Payroll Tax Limit Increase
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a higher threshold for earnings subject to Social Security payroll taxes. Set by the...
Good News! As Inflation Slows, Mortgage Interest Rates Are Falling
According to BankRate.com, as of September 17, 2024, the current average 30-year fixed mortgage interest rate is 6.34%, down five basis...
Another 2024 Government Shutdown Looms On October 1st
Congress is headed for another potential government shutdown as the House of Representatives battles over the SAVE Act. The Republican...
Are You Prepared For Higher Income Taxes In 2026?
No one can predict what the U.S. tax rates will be 20 to 30 years from now but one fact remains: current rates are the lowest they’ve...
Congress Considering New Bill To Boost COLAs For Retirees
For several years, advocates for retirees have argued that the formula used to calculate Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs) does not...
A Reality Check For Gen X Pre-Retirees Working For Uncle Sam
If you’re among the estimated 65 million Generation X Americans born in 1965 through 1981, your financial security in retirement may be...
Living Expenses Over A 25-Year Retirement Average More Than $800,000
A recent article posted on CNBC.com reveals that you’d need as much as $1 million or more to cover a 25-year retirement in a number of...
Pending Legislation Provides More Long-Term Care Options For Veterans
The need for long-term care (LTC) is growing among veterans and the VA is struggling to meet the demand. Currently, the Department of...
Baby Boomers Are Carrying Record-High Debt Into Retirement
You may be surprised to learn that consumer debt is skyrocketing among retired Baby Boomers and those poised to retire soon. When it comes...
Retirement Savings Reach Record Highs in 2024, Gaps In Coverage Remain
A new Fidelity report revealed that Americans are saving more for retirement than ever before. In the first quarter of 2024, the total...
