As of September 7, 2026, 2027 Social Security COLA projections point to a potential increase of about 3.6%, based on the latest estimate from The Senior Citizens League. The estimate is not yet the official Social Security cost-of-living adjustment because the government still needs the complete third-quarter inflation data. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is … Read more
According to the 2026 Social Security Trustees Report, the retirement trust fund is projected to run out of reserves in late 2032, while the combined trust funds are projected to be depleted in 2034, after which incoming revenue could still cover about 78% and 83% of scheduled benefits, respectively. Social Security is not expected to … Read more
Millions of Americans are preparing for their September Social Security Payments, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) has already published the official 2026 payment calendar. The September schedule includes payments for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients on September 1, followed by Social Security payments on September 3 and the second, third and fourth Wednesdays of … Read more
Interest in Spousal Social Security Benefits has surged across the United States as more couples approach retirement and try to understand how the program affects household income. Financial planners, retirees, and policy observers are discussing how spousal benefits work, especially as Social Security adjustments and retirement-age changes continue to reshape planning decisions for millions of … Read more