Social Security COLA 2027: 3.6% Increase, About $75 More a Month
Social Security rises 3.6% in 2027, the biggest COLA since 2023: about $75 more a month for retirees. Payment dates, new amounts and 2027 limits.
Severance & Unemployment
How severance pay works, how to negotiate it, and how to claim unemployment benefits after a layoff.
How to Negotiate Severance in 2026: Best Strategies and Employee Rights
Severance negotiation is one of the most misunderstood parts of the layoff process. Online advice often says “always negotiate,” while many HR professionals insist the opposite: most severance packages are non-negotiable. The truth, especially in 2026, is more nuanced. This guide explains when severance is realistically negotiable, when it is not, how companies determine these … Read more