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Social Security Benefit Statements Mailed: How Did You Fare?
Dec. 5, 2024 - The mail arrived this week and there were our Social Security benefit statements, right when promised. With a modest COLA for 2026 in the offing, we expected to see a small increase in our 2026 benefit. Not everyone's situation will be the same The cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 is 2.8%. That's about $56…...
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Forked River is a small town of about 5400 along the New Jersey shore, just south of Toms River. Forked is pronounced in 2 syllables - "For' ked"....
The three Florida villages of Jupiter, Tequesta, and Juno Beach combine rich history, culture, and natural beauty to provide a retirement community with an unsurpassed quality of life. Retirees who enjoy communities with a small town feel and the benefits of a growing area will find these Northern Palm Beach County villages appealing. There are more than 100 miles of…...
Toms River is the county seat and largest town in Ocean County, New Jersey (also includes Dover, both are part of Toms River Township). The 2010 population was about 90,000. Residents of nearby towns like Brick, Manahawkin, and Lakewood tend to come here for shopping or doctor's appointments. It has a busy downtown thanks to many government buildings, yet it…...
Solomons Island, also known as Solomon, is a charming small town on the banks of the Patuxent River where it meets the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland. Popular with tourists and boaters alike, it bustles in summer where folks come to eat and drink and enjoy the water views. The population is just over 2,000. The area has been inhabited since…...