There is a little more rain in Madrid at this time of year compared to the previous couple of months, however it is still quite minimal, with an average of 40mm expected, affecting 10 days across the whole of October. Sunshine is reduced also, with 4 hours of sunshine per day to enjoy.
Hereâs a look at the new Social Security benefits, taxes and services workers and retirees will experience in 2015: Bigger payments. The 1.7 percent cost-of-living adjustment is expected to result in the typical retiree getting about $22 more per month.
They need the money more, and a dollar they pay in Social Security taxes provides them higher benefits than a dollar paid by a high-roller. In this way, Social Security in principle provides for those in need. Social Security reform is in the news pretty consistently. This is beyond the scope of our discussion here but you can learn more about Social Security reform at the Social Security Reform Center.