Why Claiming Social Security at Age 62 Reduces Benefits: Reductions, Earnings Test, and Long-Term Impact
More Americans are calling the Social Security Administration this year asking the same question: should I claim my benefit now,…
Category: SSA Social Security
News and updates on Social Security payments, benefit schedules, and SSA policy changes. We cover official Social Security Administration announcements on monthly payment dates, cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), SSI and SSDI updates, and Medicare changes, sourced directly from SSA.gov so recipients know exactly what to expect.
Social Security Reform Proposals Put Future Benefits in Focus
The Social Security Administration’s 2026 Trustees Report, released June 9, confirms the OASI trust fund is projected to run dry…
Why Midyear Inflation Spikes Squeeze Fixed Incomes: Social Security, COLA, and Budget Impact
WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported June 10, 2026, that the Consumer Price Index rose 4.2 percent year-over-year…
Social Security COLA History: A Complete List of Annual Raises Since 1975
Updated: June 26, 2026 – Social Security benefits increase each year through a Cost-of-Living Adjustment tied to the Consumer Price…
The Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP): 2026 Update
Updated: June 25, 2026 – The Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision, known as WEP, was a formula that reduced Social…
Social Security Payment Schedule September 2026: Official Calendar, Dates, and Processing Rules
The Social Security Administration confirmed the September 2026 payment calendar at SSA Calendar, with all Wednesday deposit dates finalized and…
The Social Security Administration: A Complete 2026 Operational Guide
Updated: June 23, 2026 – The Social Security Administration is a federal agency that administers the largest income-support program in…
Social Security Funding Cliff Explained: Causes, Timeline, and What Taxpayers Must Know
The Social Security Administration has updated its baseline projections in the annual Trustees Report, confirming that the retirement reserve fund…
Social Security Divorced Spouse Benefits 2026: Full Eligibility Rules
Updated: June 22, 2026 – A divorced spouse benefit lets you claim a Social Security payment based on your ex…
How Federal Reserve Meetings Affect Your Paycheck: Interest Rates, Inflation, and Income Impact
The Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed CPI-W rose 4.4% over the 12 months ending May 2026, driven by a 40.5%…