Direct‐deposit alert for millions of Supplemental Security Income recipients next month. Millions of older adults, people with disabilities and low‑income Americans depend on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to keep the lights on and the fridge stocked. Next month’s payment date matters—and it’s straightforward once you know the rule. July’s SSI benefit, worth up to $967, will … Read more
New analysis shows delaying benefits boosts lifetime income for many Americans, but timing still hinges on individual health and finances. Millions of retirees rely on Social Security as their financial backbone, so choosing when to claim matters. The Social Security Administration (SSA) lets workers start at 62, yet every year of patience up to age 70 … Read more
After years of reduced benefits, teachers, police officers, and other public servants will once again receive their complete Social Security payments thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act signed in January. The measure reverses prior offsets that slashed—or even erased—retirement checks for workers who also earned a government pension. Beginning this summer, retroactive payments dating … Read more
Millions of Americans could see their retirement budgets swell next year after the Social Security Administration confirmed that qualifying spouses—and even former spouses—may receive up to 50 percent of their partner’s full‑retirement‑age benefit. The 50 percent ceiling is not new, but the agency’s fresh guidance clarifies deadlines and age rules for the 2025 benefit cycle, giving couples … Read more
SSA tightens verification rules after fraud surge; retirees, SSI, and SSDI recipients urged to gather original documents now The Social Security Administration (SSA) will require most beneficiaries to show up at a local office for identity verification starting this June. The change affects more than 68 million Americans and could briefly stall monthly payments if paperwork … Read more
After a flurry of legislation and inflation tweaks, millions of Americans must rethink their claiming strategy this year. Social Security is changing faster than many seniors expected. From heftier monthly checks to the rollback of two controversial offsets, 2025 is rewriting the rulebook and, perhaps, retirement timelines. Here’s what matters most—without the jargon. Cost‑of‑living (COLA) … Read more
Thousands of Americans living on modest Social Security payments can unlock a larger monthly benefit by taking three often‑overlooked steps, according to fresh guidance from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Retirees with earnings histories below the national average may feel locked into a “fixed‑income” life. However, the SSA has highlighted little‑known options—ranging from tapping a … Read more
Delaying benefits can mean an extra four‑figure boost every month for future retirees. Choosing when to claim Social Security may be the biggest paycheck decision you ever make. Older Americans who hold off until 70 are now seeing the largest monthly benefit in program history, and the numbers might surprise you. Waiting sounds simple, but … Read more
Smishing scammers are posing as the IRS and Social Security Administration, stealing personal data through texts, emails, calls, and even letters. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is urging every beneficiary—and really, anyone who files taxes—to keep their guard up. A surge of slick IRS‑themed scams is sweeping the country, and the agency fears more people … Read more
Thinking of retiring overseas? The Social Security Administration (SSA) will still direct‑deposit your monthly benefit in many countries, but only if you meet a few non‑negotiable requirements. America’s retirees, disabled workers, and surviving family members receive more than income—they get peace of mind. But what happens when that peace of mind packs a suitcase? In … Read more
Good news for high earners who delayed claiming their benefits: the Social Security Administration (SSA) has reconfirmed that the maximum monthly retirement check remains $5,108 for June 2025. Even so, only a fraction of retirees will ever see that figure land in their bank account. Curious whether you’re among them? Read on for the key … Read more
Millions of SSDI recipients face periodic medical reviews—understanding the rules can keep those monthly checks coming. The Social Security Administration (SSA) regularly double‑checks every disability case to be sure benefits still match current medical realities. These reviews sound daunting, but knowing the schedule, paperwork and appeal rights turns anxiety into simple planning. SSDI is meant … Read more
Next Wednesday’s payout targets a very specific group of retirees and disability recipients—check the calendar before you check your bank account. For millions of Americans, Social Security payments arrive like clockwork. On Wednesday, June 18, only one slice of beneficiaries will see money hit their accounts. Want to know if you’re on that list? Read on. The … Read more
The much‑touted payout turned out to be another internet mirage, leaving would‑be recipients empty‑handed. Social media has been buzzing for months about a supposed $5,000 “DOGE check” that would be mailed to every U.S. household. The rumor, amplified by high‑profile tech voices and a handful of populist politicians, promised windfalls from alleged federal “efficiency” savings. … Read more
The next Supplemental Security Income deposit lands on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, bringing an average $967 to millions of low‑income Americans. Here’s why that date—and amount—matter for stretched household budgets. The Social Security Administration (SSA) confirmed that July’s SSI payment will be released right on schedule because the first of the month is a regular banking day. … Read more
Relocating across state lines doesn’t cut your retirement check, but failing to update your file can delay everything else— from benefit notices to Medicaid coverage. When retirees change states, monthly Social Security payments keep flowing because the program is federal. Still, the Social Security Administration (SSA) must know where to find you, or critical mail … Read more
Early estimate suggests modest rise for 71 million beneficiaries, edging past last month’s outlook and hinting at larger checks next year. The Social Security cost‑of‑living adjustment (COLA) looks set to rise by about 2.5 percent in 2026, according to fresh June projections from The Senior Citizens League and inflation analyst Mary Johnson. Wondering how much that means … Read more
New income and asset limits mean more seniors, disabled adults—and even some low‑income families—now qualify for Medicare’s Extra Help subsidy. If your medication co‑pays keep getting in the way of rent or groceries, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has good news. The Extra Help program, requested with How the SSA‑1020 form can cut your 2025 … Read more
Typical full‑retirement‑age beneficiaries are now seeing about $2,102 each month, while the richest payments top $5,108 for those who wait until 70. Retirees who hit full retirement age (FRA) this year have good news: the average monthly Social Security benefit at age 67 sits at $2,101.74, according to the latest figures released in June 2025. That number is … Read more
Justices lift a lower‑court block, granting the Department of Government Efficiency a peek at records that follow Americans from birth to death. The nation’s top court has opened the vault. In a 6‑3 decision, the Supreme Court on Friday reinstated the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) access to Social Security Administration (SSA) databases—an ocean of … Read more