Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month

The Social Security cost-of-living increase will go up by 2.8% in 2026, which translates to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month.

November Social Security direct payment worth $967 goes out in six days

November Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $967, will be issued to recipients in six days. While most SSI payments are issued on the first of every month, November payments will be issued the day before November starts,

How much will Social Security increase in 2026? Social Security sets COLA increase at 2.8%

Will Social Security increase in 2026? Social Security Administration sets cost-of-living adjustment at 2.8%. What it means for Kentuckians

Social Security Strategies For Married Couples

Some married couples can maximize Social Security benefits when the lower-earning spouse files for benefits first, even before their full retirement age.

90% of Americans plan to skip the No. 1 piece of Social Security advice, study finds

Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ignoring that advice.

"I'm F*cking Pissed": Americans Are Reacting To Trump's Remarks Threatening Social Security, Medicare, And Medicaid

"I was required to pay into these programs with the understanding that they’d be there if I needed them. They’re stealing our money."
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