Are you ready to plan ahead and get a sneak peek at the 2024 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)? Then read on!
Every year, Social Security benefits are increased to keep up with inflation. In 2023, the COLA nearly hit a record, with an increase of 8.7 percent. While this was great news for recipients, it’s still important to plan ahead.
For 2024, the COLA could be less than 2 percent. According to Yahoo! Finance, this estimate is based on the 12-month average rate of the CPI-W, which is the index used to calculate Social Security COLAs.
For beneficiaries, a small increase might feel like a letdown after last year’s record increase. However, it’s also an indication that inflation has slowed down—a welcome sign for many households.
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