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
If you’ve been waiting to see what 2026 brings for your benefits, here’s the headline: Social Security and SSI payments are set to increase by 2.8% thanks to the annual cost-of-living adjustment. This Social Security and SSI Payments increase will show up for Social Security beneficiaries with January 2026 payments, while SSI recipients will see … Read more
In recent years, the IRS has made significant strides in shifting payments to more digital methods, particularly following the pandemic. The movement toward digital payments for various government assistance programs, including stimulus checks and Social Security payments, has been a topic of considerable discussion. With the new changes planned for 2025, a more streamlined digital … Read more
When it comes to November 2025 Social Security Payments — Check Exact Dates and Payout Amounts, there are two major things to keep in mind: the schedule and the amount. The Social Security Administration (SSA) sets different dates for retirement, disability, and survivor benefits than for Supplemental Security Income.
In early 2023, Imagine360, LLC — a vendor that manages employee health plan services — experienced a data breach that compromised sensitive personal information belonging to thousands of individuals across the United States.
In October 2025, some Social Security recipients may find themselves receiving three payments within a single month. This situation is tied to the way Social Security payment schedules interact with federal holidays. While it’s not an everyday occurrence, it does happen occasionally. Understanding why this happens and how you can qualify for three payments is … Read more
If WEP or GPO ever trimmed your Social Security check, the Social Security Fairness Act could finally be putting that money back in your pocket. From retirees with non-covered pensions to spouses and survivors who saw offsets, millions are now seeing higher monthly benefits and lump-sum back pay as records are updated across 2025. The … Read more
Social Security 2026 payment calendar is confirmed and, if you rely on these deposits for rent, utilities, or groceries, this is the year to lock in your plan early. Social Security payment schedule for 2026 runs on a predictable cadence: your retirement, SSDI, or survivors check lands on the second, third, or fourth Wednesday based … Read more