Social Security beneficiaries who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect a notable update in May 2025: a direct payment of $967 will go out in 29 days, followed by another payment on May 30 due to a calendar-related adjustment by the Social Security Administration (SSA). These adjustments are not unusual—but they can impact ...
Millions of Social Security recipients across the United States are being warned of possible benefit delays and system slowdowns that could last days — or even longer — due to sweeping internal staffing cuts and restructuring at the Social Security Administration (SSA). While reports of a “three-day blackout” have surfaced online, there is no official ...
Millions of Americans who rely on Social Security benefits will receive their monthly payments on April 9, 2025. This specific disbursement applies to individuals born between the 1st and 10th of any given month. A key question many recipients are asking is whether this payment includes a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase—and the answer is yes. ...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is investigating a series of recent outages that have disrupted access to its critical online portal, “my Social Security”—a platform used by millions of Americans to check their benefits, update personal information, and access earnings history. The outages, which reportedly lasted an average of 20 minutes each and occurred multiple ...
With Social Security forming a critical part of retirement income for millions of Americans, many wonder how they can receive the highest possible monthly benefit. In 2025, the maximum Social Security retirement benefit is $5,108 per month. However, qualifying for this top payout isn’t easy and requires strategic planning over a lifetime. Here’s what you ...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has unveiled a comprehensive set of changes in 2025 that will significantly impact seniors and public sector retirees across the United States. From increased benefits to stricter verification policies, these updates aim to modernize operations, ensure fairness, and safeguard against fraud. Here’s a breakdown of the most important changes seniors ...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is tightening its identity verification process in a move aimed at reducing fraud and enhancing the security of benefit claims. The updated policy, which was originally set for early April, will now take effect on April 14, 2025. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing and how you can prepare. Why ...
A recent study has revealed a concerning knowledge gap among Americans approaching retirement: nearly 7 in 10 individuals aged 55 to 65 cannot correctly answer basic questions about Social Security. According to a SmartAsset survey, approximately 65% of respondents either failed or came close to failing a 13-question quiz about the Social Security program. This ...
Social Security spousal benefits are one of the most misunderstood aspects of retirement planning in the United States. Whether you’re currently married, divorced, or widowed, understanding how these benefits work can significantly impact your income during retirement. Here are 13 essential facts about Social Security spousal benefits that many Americans don’t know—facts that could mean ...
March 31, 2025 | Washington, D.C. — Independent Senator Angus King (Maine) has issued a stark warning about the state of the Social Security Administration (SSA), accusing the Trump administration of orchestrating what he calls the “destruction of the agency from the inside out.” King’s alarm follows a series of controversial moves, including the closure ...