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Here’s What the Government Shutdown Means for Your Social Security

Even though the federal government shut down on October 1, Social Security checks will not be halted.

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Social Security in Retirement: Spend It, Save It or Invest It? An Expert Weighs In

Spend, save or invest? Many retirees depend on their Social Security benefits to make ends meet, but not everyone uses those monthly checks the same way.

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Social Security Disruptions and 3 Other Ways Boomers Will Be Impacted by the Government Shutdown

Here's what to know about how the government shutdown will affect boomers.

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2026 Social Security COLA Announcement Is Back on Track Despite Government Shutdown

BLS announces that the September CPI, a key inflation measure needed to determine the Social Security COLA, will be released on Sept. 24 despite the ongoing government shutdown.

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Government Shutdown and Seniors: What You Need to Know About Social Security and Healthcare

Congress has hit another deadlock. Democrats and Republicans failed to pass a stopgap funding bill, resulting in a government shutdown as the new fiscal year...

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What Happens to Your Money in a Government Shutdown?

From benefit checks to IRS delays, here’s what could affect your wallet if the government shuts down.

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COLA Raise Forecast 2026 Could Be Wiped Out by Rising Drug Costs — What to Watch

Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is meant to help retirees keep up with inflation. But in 2026, many experts warn that any increase may...

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You Might Be Eligible for a Benefit Few Widows Ever Learn About

Every year, thousands of widows and widowers miss out on money they’re legally entitled to—simply because no one tells them it exists. The Social Security...

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The shutdown is cutting off data you paid for

Some government data portals are currently inaccessible and not being updated.

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What Happens to Your Social Security if You’re Widowed Young?

Losing a spouse is a devastating emotional blow. When it happens at a young age, it also creates an immediate financial crisis. You are suddenly facing a future you never planned for, alone. Amid the grief, you have to navigate a complex world of benefits and paperwork. One of the…

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Government Shutdown 2025: Will I Continue To Receive My Social Security Benefits?

Find out if Social Security payments will continue during the 2025 U.S. government shutdown and what retirees and beneficiaries need to know right now.

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7 Key Investments for Boomers Planning To Retire on Their Own

The best way to plan for retirement is to assume that you're not going to get any help. Unlike in previous generations, where corporate pensions could be relied upon to provide the bulk of retirement...

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I Live Off of Social Security: Why I Don’t Shop at Costco or Sam’s Club

While many Americans prefer one store over the other, if you live primarily on Social Security, a membership to either may not fit in your fixed-income budget.

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What Social Security Could Look Like in 2035

The future of Social Security remains uncertain, forcing people to ask questions like, "Will Social Security run out?"

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The First Few Weeks Without a Pension Check — And The Hidden Ripple Effect

When the pension stops, the silence is louder than you expect. After years of dependable deposits, retirees often underestimate how quickly the absence of a...

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SSI Payment Calendar Shock: October And December Bring Double Cheques – But January 2026 Brings Nothing

The Social Security Administration sends out SSI payments early if the scheduled date falls on a weekend or a federal holiday.

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How the government shutdown could disrupt daily life

The first shutdown since 2019 could be unusually disruptive to the federal government.

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I Asked ChatGPT: How Can I Delay Taking Social Security If I Need the Money Now?

Want bigger Social Security checks? Discover smart ways to delay benefits -- even if you're short on cash -- using savings, side gigs, assistance and more.

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The Social Security Fairness Act—Who Wins and Who Loses If It Passes?

Congress is once again debating the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82), a proposal that would repeal two controversial provisions—the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and...

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Gen X: Plan Your Retirement Like Social Security Will Fail

With Social Security's future uncertain, Gen X is building diverse retirement plans through savings, investments, and alternate income streams.

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Why Social Security Spousal Benefits Are Being Reduced Without Notice

Many retirees are shocked to find their Social Security spousal benefits smaller than expected. The cuts often appear quietly, buried in calculations most people never...

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New Tax Rules: Income the IRS Won’t Touch in 2025

From financial gifts to Roth withdrawal rules, here’s what income stays tax-free under the new Trump 2025 tax bill, and some information on what’s changed.

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SSI Double Payday Shock: Why You Get Two Huge Checks in October and December And Zero Money Coming in November

Millions of Americans on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see double payments in October and December 2025 but no payment in November, due to the Social Security Administration's scheduling system.

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Want to Retire With $100K a Year? Here's How Much to Save

What "magic number" will be enough to generate $100K a year in retirement income? We do the math for you.

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Social Security Could Shrink by 2032 Under Trump’s Budget — 2 Steps to Take Today

If you’ve been paying attention to economic and political news over the last several years, you’ve likely seen some variation of a headline noting that Social Security will be severely diminished by the 2030s. Some experts have predicted Social Security be all but insolvent by 2036, others have warned that…

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