Highest Expected 2023 COLA for Social Security in 40 Years
The 2023 COLA could be the largest for federal retirees in 40+ years.
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A Perfect Retirement Storm? Comparing Pay Raise, Inflation, COLAs During Periods of High Inflation
Is 2022 a good year to retire? How do the annual pay raise, inflation, and COLAs compare during similar economic circumstances under Presidents Carter and Biden?
2023 COLA Update: CPI-W Up 9.1% in One Year
The latest 2022 inflation update and the first month used in the 2023 COLA calculation are now official. Here are the results.
Inflation May Hit Social Security Recipients Twice
An unusually high COLA could result in higher taxes for retirees.
Good or Bad News? 2023 COLA Estimates: 10.5%? 10.8%? 11.4%?
2023 COLA estimates are now above 10%, and one prediction is as high as 11.4%.
2023 COLA Update: Inflation Up, Highest Since 1981
Inflation and the 2023 COLA have captured the interest of many readers. Here are the latest figures as of June 2022.
Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA, and Why TSP Dropped Dramatically in One Day
The 2022 inflation rate is rising rapidly. Here is why the TSP funds have fallen sharply and what it all means for the 2023 COLA estimate.
Bill Seeks to Raise Annual COLA for Some Retired Federal Employees
Companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate to give federal retirees under both FERS and CSRS the same annual COLA amounts.
Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA Prediction, and How Much Your TSP is Declining
The increase in the inflation rate slowed in April but is still rising at a pace not experienced in decades. What is the impact on the 2023 COLA and the TSP?
Projecting Your 2023 COLA During Rapid Inflation: Is This New COLA Projection Impacting Your Retirement Plans?
Inflation is going up fast. So are the 2023 COLA estimates. Will this influence your decision about when to retire?
