The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 will be 3.6%. Is that enough for retirees?

The cost-of-living adjustment will kick in December 31, 2026

The Independent UK · Oct 14

You Hit Your Retirement Number and Still Won’t Retire — What Are You Waiting For?

Reaching your retirement savings goal should feel like crossing a finish line. Instead, some people reach the number they spent decades chasing and immediately start moving the finish line. Another year at work seems sensible. A little more savings would provide extra comfort. Before long, the retirement date that once…

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 14

Social Security benefits set for a boost next year

Social Security benefits will increase by 3.6 percent in 2027, a jump from the 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment provided this year, the Social Security Administration announced Wednesday. Monthly benefits for nearly 72 million recipients are set to increase by an average of $75 for all retirees beginning in January, the…

Roll Call · Oct 14

If Social Security Disappeared Tomorrow, How Much Would Your Retirement Plan Change?

If Social Security disappeared tomorrow, many Americans would need to rethink retirement spending, savings withdrawals, and even the age they stop working. The size of the disruption would depend on one number that deserves more attention than most retirement calculators give it: how much of the household budget depends on…

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 13

You’re 60 and Get Laid Off — Should You Retire or Try to Get Hired Again?

Getting laid off at 60 can turn a carefully planned career into an unexpected retirement decision. Before cashing out your work life for good, compare what another paycheck could buy with what leaving the workforce might cost.

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 13

Social Security paper checks have ended: How to check your payment method and switch before your next deposit

The federal government stopped issuing paper checks for most payments on September 30, 2025. Social Security recipients still receiving checks should arrange electronic payments. Direct deposit is one option, while the Direct Express card helps people without bank accounts receive benefits. Those already paid electronically generally need no changes. Before…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Head of Social Security says the program will be around for another 90 years

The SSA commissioner makes remark ahead of the administration’s cost-of-living adjustment

The Independent UK · Oct 13

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment: Two Conflicting Forecasts Leave Millions Guessing About 2027 Raise

Millions of Social Security recipients face uncertainty over their 2027 increase as the Senior Citizens League forecasts 3.5% and AARP predicts 3.6% before the official announcement.

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

How to Hire and Pay Household Staff in India the Legal Way

What the Law Actually RequiresThe Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act, 2008 covers domestic workers as a category, and several states have gone further with their own domestic workers welfare boards. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh have state-level boards that allow domestic workers to register and access benefits…

Times Life · Oct 13

Social Security’s 2027 COLA Is Almost Here — What Happens on Announcement Day?

Millions of Americans are about to learn how much their Social Security benefits will increase in 2027. After months of inflation reports, forecasts, and speculation,...

Saving Advice · Oct 12