The Social Security Administration (SSA) is making several important changes in 2025 that will impact both retirees and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These adjustments aim to keep the system stable and aligned with the current economic climate. Here’s what you need to know to stay prepared. Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Increase In…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its payment calendar for 2025, and some beneficiaries will be receiving double payments in certain months. While this isn’t something that happens every year, it’s a result of the way the calendar falls. Let’s break down the key dates and the reason behind these adjustments. What Is Supplemental…

On January 5, 2025, a groundbreaking change to Social Security took effect, with the introduction of the Social Security Fairness Act. This law eliminates two long-standing and controversial provisions—the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO)—that have been reducing benefits for millions of retirees for decades. By the end of 2023, more…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides essential financial support to millions of Americans, including retirees, individuals with disabilities, low-income seniors, and families who have lost a loved one. As 2024 draws to a close, beneficiaries will have three remaining opportunities to receive their payments, with some individuals eligible for amounts up to $4,873. How Social…

If your Social Security Disability benefits ended due to work-related reasons, you may be able to have them reinstated. However, if your benefits stopped because you recovered from a disability—through surgery, medical improvements, or therapy—you must meet the criteria for a new qualifying disability to receive benefits again. Why Do Disability Benefits End? Some recipients…

Before the end of this year’s legislative session, the Senate must decide the fate of a proposed law that could reshape Social Security benefits for more than 3 million individuals. This legislation carries significant implications for specific groups of beneficiaries, and its approval would usher in swift changes, provided it is signed into law before…

Occasionally, the Social Security Administration (SSA) schedules a double payment for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients. This isn’t an additional or bonus payment, but rather a pre-scheduled disbursement to cover the following month’s payment. Such double payments typically occur when a federal holiday or weekend affects the regular payment schedule. For instance, the SSI payment…

A new round of Social Security payments is set to be issued soon, with the U.S. Government confirming the disbursement through the appropriate agency. Only eligible retirees will receive these payments, so if you haven’t received your check or direct deposit yet, it could be due to not meeting the qualifications. If that’s the case,…

As Donald Trump prepares to assume the presidency again on January 20, 2025, several areas of public policy are expected to see significant changes, including the Social Security program. Serving over 54 million Americans, Social Security provides crucial benefits to retirees and disabled individuals, but it could undergo major reforms under Trump’s new administration. Trump…

As the United States Congress nears the end of its legislative session, one bill that could significantly impact many Americans is on the table: the Social Security Fairness Act. The Senate is set to vote on this crucial bill, which has already passed the House with bipartisan support. While the House approved the bill on…