Significant Increase In Average Retirement Checks Starting January 1 – SSA Confirms The Update

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Social Security beneficiaries are familiar with the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), designed to help maintain purchasing power amidst inflation. However, COLAs are not intended to increase benefits significantly—only to preserve their value relative to rising costs. This reality is why financial experts frequently advise against relying solely on Social Security for retirement income. Benefits were … Read more

New $1,968 Social Security Checks For Retirees – Here Are The 2025 Payment Dates

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When the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 2.5% on October 10, it sparked concern among many beneficiaries. While the adjustment reflects a cooling inflation rate, the modest increase has left many retirees wondering how far their checks will stretch in the new year. Let’s break down the impact of … Read more