Social Security Alerts, News & Updates
COLA 2026 Update: 2.7% Social Security Increase Expected in October
While October remains the official month when retirees will discover their actual…
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Social Security Alerts, News & Updates
Sarah McCarthy
Sarah McCarthy covers Social Security and finance news in a style that keeps complex topics accessible to readers. Sarah follows policy announcements, agency updates, and financial news to explain how new developments may impact households. Articles combine clear writing with careful fact-checking, drawing on government releases and official documents. Readers can rely on Sarah’s reporting for up-to-date coverage presented in a straightforward way.
Social Security Crisis: Will Your Benefits Survive 2035?
When Ronald Reagan said government bureaus were “the nearest thing to eternal…
Social Security Only Covers 40% of Retirement Income – Plan Now
Picture this: you’ve worked for decades, faithfully paying into Social Security with…
Social Security Wage Cap: What It Means for Your Future Benefits
How the Social Security Wage Cap Actually Works Social Security benefits aren’t…
Social Security COLA Forecast: 2026 Increase May Hit 2.7%
Discover the 2026 Social Security COLA forecast, with potential increases of up to 2.7%. Stay informed about changes that could impact your benefits!
New Bill Aims to Protect Social Security Services and Benefits
Key Provisions of the Proposed Legislation When millions of Americans wake up…
Social Security Payments: When to Expect Your August Deposit
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, marks another crucial Social Security payment date for…
Social Security Paper Checks End September 2025 for 500,000 Americans
Picture this: you’ve been getting your monthly Social Security check in the…
Social Security Phone Changes: What You Need to Know Now
Starting August 18th, Social Security beneficiaries face a shocking reality: that simple…
Social Security Policy Changes Force Millions to Visit Offices
Picture trying to change your address or check on a benefits claim,…
Why Smart Couples Coordinate Their Social Security Claims
When couples start thinking about Social Security, the stakes are enormous. These…
Social Security Full Retirement Age Now 67, Not 65?
If you’ve been planning to retire at 65 like your parents did,…
Social Security Payment Schedule: When to Expect Your August 2025 Check
As we approach August 2025, millions of Americans are counting on their…
How to Claim Social Security Benefits After an Ex-Spouse Dies
Here’s something that might catch you completely off guard: that ex you…
Urgent Warning: Social Security Email Scams Surge, Millions at Risk
The internet has given us many wonderful things, like cat videos and…
Senators Unveil Bold $1.5T Plan to Save Social Security Through Market Investment
Two Senators Walk Into a Bar… And Actually Agree on Something Well,…
Why Your Social Security Records Need Updating When Life Changes
Your life changes faster than a teenager’s mood, and the Social Security…
Don’t Miss Your July Social Security Payment: Key Dates You Need to Know
Let’s face it: waiting for your Social Security payment can feel like…
Seniors Face Credit Card Crisis as Social Security Falls Short
When Social Security Meets Credit Card Reality: A Comedy of Errors Meet…
Big, Beautiful Bill: Does it Truly Eliminate Social Security Taxes?
Discover how the Big Beautiful Bill impacts Social Security taxes. Does it truly eliminate them? Uncover the details and implications of this legislative change.