No Increase in Latest 2020 COLA Figure
Inflation did not rear its ugly head in August. That may not be good news for federal retirees and Social Security beneficiaries.
Inflation did not rear its ugly head in August. That may not be good news for federal retirees and Social Security beneficiaries.
We do not yet know the COLA amount for 2020 but the latest data available is now in.
How is the COLA looking for Social Security recipients in 2020? The latest inflation data provide some insight.
What are the differences in a COLA, pay raise and locality pay? Who is impacted by each of these?
What are the key differences between survivor annuities and life insurance? The author provides an explanation.
What is the likelihood that COLA recipients see an increase in their annuity payments in January?
Why did federal employees get a smaller raise than the annual COLA? Here is a quick explanation.
Recent proposed cuts to federal employees’ benefits appear to be the same as ones from past budget proposals. Here is a recap.
Another attempt is being made in Congress to change the COLA formula for Social Security to pay higher benefits.
The author says that while a couple of bills that would boost federal retirement benefits are welcome news, they are unlikely to become law.