This June, retired workers who claimed their benefits after May 1997 can expect two more Social Security payments, scheduled for June 18th and June 26th. Once these payments are made, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will resume payments starting on July 1st. However, some retirees will notice they receive one less check this month compared … Read more
Recently, numerous reports have circulated claiming a $600 increase in Social Security benefits this month. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has clarified that this information is false. The official cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will not be released until October this year, with any new increases taking effect in January 2025. Therefore, any potential increase from … Read more
Great news for SSI recipients! The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program has confirmed that another round of payments will be made to eligible individuals in less than 18 days. On Monday, July 1st, SSI recipients will receive a Social Security payment worth up to $943. These disability benefit payments are specifically for low-income seniors, disabled … Read more
Social Security payments in 2024 have been a hot topic since the start of the year. With a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 3.2%, many were hopeful about economic improvements. However, compared to the 8.7% adjustment in 2023, some were dissatisfied, especially when inflation outpaced the COLA in March. In 2023, the COLA was high due … Read more
Around 72 million Social Security beneficiaries receive monthly payments from the Social Security Administration (SSA). While most of these beneficiaries are retired workers who have contributed to Social Security for at least 35 years, others include low-income seniors, disabled individuals, and children who qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. According to the SSA’s April … Read more
Great news is on the horizon for Social Security beneficiaries! The Social Security Administration (SSA) and the federal government have announced a $200/month raise to Social Security, SSDI, SSI, and VA benefits starting June 2024. This increase aims to provide financial support to over 71 million low-income individuals in the U.S., helping to combat poverty … Read more
Every year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to help beneficiaries keep up with inflation and maintain their purchasing power. This adjustment isn’t guaranteed annually, but it frequently occurs to ensure seniors and other pensioners can manage their costs. How COLA is Calculated COLA is based on data from the Consumer … Read more
2023 was a peculiar year as the world gradually emerged from the pandemic, grappling with residual health and economic challenges. Amidst these issues, retirees received a significant cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 8.7%, the largest in four decades, to help offset inflation. However, the 2024 COLA saw a much smaller increase of 3.2%, more in line … Read more
The Social Security retirement program delivers monthly benefits of over $1,900 to around 55 million retirees and survivors. On May 22nd, retirees born between the 21st and the 31st will receive their fourth Social Security benefit payment. These payments include the 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to help maintain retirees’ purchasing power. Inflation With inflation on … Read more
Today, May 31st, will not be the last Social Security payment for the month of May. The Social Security Administration has rescheduled the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment, typically made on the 3rd of June, to Friday, May 31st. As a result, millions of SSI recipients will receive their monthly benefits worth up to $1,415, … Read more