As the year 2026 approaches, millions of Americans who rely on Social Security benefits are anticipating an increase in their monthly payouts. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026, which will result in a $56 increase in the average monthly benefit. While this increase is welcomed by recipients, … Read more
Food Stamp Update: 2026 COLA Increase Brings Higher SNAP Payments This Month is the headline change millions of households were waiting for, and the increase is officially reflected in October issuances across states as the new fiscal year rules kick in. The annual cost-of-living adjustment recalibrates SNAP maximum allotments, minimum benefits, and income standards to … Read more
If you’ve been waiting on the official Social Security raise for next year, here’s the straight scoop: the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment isn’t in jeopardy it’s just delayed because the September CPI-W report got pushed to October 24 after a government shutdown pause. That CPI-W reading is the final piece needed to calculate the 2026 COLA, … Read more
Veterans are set for a 2.8% increase in 2026, with the VA confirming the new Cost-of-Living Adjustment that automatically lifts disability compensation and survivor benefits. This adjustment is tied to the annual Social Security COLA, ensuring veterans’ payments keep pace with inflation and arrive on schedule without any extra steps. Veterans set for 2.8% pay … Read more
Social Security has been a crucial part of the retirement plan for millions of Americans, providing a safety net for those who have paid into the system throughout their careers. However, projections suggest that the system could face severe financial challenges in the coming years, with some estimates indicating that benefits could drop by as … Read more
Veterans at every rating will see a raise in 2026 as VA disability compensation adjusts for the new year’s Cost-of-Living Adjustment, with 100% rating payouts getting one of the biggest dollar increases because they’re applied to the highest base amount. The increase is effective December 1, 2025, and appears in the January 2026 payment automatically, … Read more
If you’ve been wondering who actually gets paid on Friday, Oct. 31, the answer is SSI recipients whose November payment is advanced because Nov. 1 lands on a Saturday this year, which triggers Social Security’s weekend-adjustment rule for SSI only.