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Category: Social Security 101
Could the 2023 COLA Help Combat Inflation?
Early estimates for the 2023 COLA put it as the highest in over 40 years. Could this measure help combat inflation?
The History of Social Security Part 6: Cost-of-Living Adjustments
This week, we’re diving into the history of cost-of-living adjustments and how they were first established for Social Security beneficiaries.
The History of Social Security Part 5: Monthly Payments and Amendments
Monthly Social Security payments began soon after the act was put into place, and amendments soon followed.
The History of Social Security Part 4: Social Security Numbers and Trust Funds
Our dive into the history of Social Security continues with a look at Social Security numbers and the first trust fund for the program.