Social Security benefits will set a record next year, and retirees in these 5 states can expect to see the greatest COLA increases. Here's why

The historic rise is also "laughably misaligned" and "woefully insufficient," according to experts.

Suze Orman: The 2026 Social Security, Medicare trap is here

A 10% jump in insurance premiums impacts the 2.8% Social Security cost‑of‑living adjustment — and a new IRS requirement ...

4 Social Security Changes in 2026 That Are Hitting Retirees Where It Hurts

Several Social Security and Medicare changes in 2026 are reducing how far retirement income goes. Learn which updates are ...

Will 2026's Social Security COLA Hold Up to Inflation? Here's What We Know So Far.

It's important to know what to expect from your 2026 raise.
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The 7 Biggest Changes To Social Security This Year

Social Security is always a big topic among retirees and those getting close to retirement. So what changes should you be aware of for 2026? Here are the seven most important new things to know about ...

3 Brutal 2026 Social Security Changes Nobody’s Talking About

There are millions of older Americans today who probably would not be able to survive financially without Social Security.
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5 significant Social Security updates in 2026 retirees need to know

From COLA increases to Medicare premium changes, here are the Social Security updates for 2026 that retirees and new ...

Early COLA predictions are out: Here’s what Social Security recipients might get in 2027

According to The Senior Citizen League, 2027’s COLA is predicted to dip below that of 2026’s 2.8% adjustment to 2.5%. The 2.8 ...

When to expect your Social Security payment for February. See schedule

Social Security payments for February follow a normal schedule. These checks are the second to reflect a 2.8% cost-of-living ...