As inflation continues to impact daily living costs, the Social Security COLA for 2026 is expected to provide some financial relief to retirees, people with disabilities, and survivors. While the projected 2.7% increase is modest compared to the record hikes of recent years, it still represents a necessary adjustment to help maintain purchasing power for … Read more
Beginning January 2026, millions of veterans receiving VA disability compensation will see a 2.7% (estimated) increase in their monthly payments. The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) helps veterans and their families maintain purchasing power amid rising costs for essentials like housing, healthcare, and groceries. The VA’s annual COLA aligns with the Social Security Administration’s inflation-based calculation, ensuring … Read more
As 2026 approaches, millions of American retirees are keeping a close eye on the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The annual increase determines how much monthly benefits will rise to offset inflation. According to projections by the Senior Citizens League (TSCL) and Social Security policy analysts, the 2026 COLA is expected to be around 2.7%, … Read more
The year 2026 will be one of the most consequential in decades for America’s Social Security system. With over 70 million beneficiaries relying on the program, the coming adjustments will affect nearly every retiree, senior, and working American. The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed three major updates: And for the first time in … Read more
For the third week in a row, the federal government shutdown continues to ripple across agencies — and this time, it’s affecting America’s retirees. Millions of Americans are waiting for Social Security Payment Increase 2026. They are waiting for the final decision from the Government. The COLA announcement, initially scheduled for October 15, will now … Read more
For millions of low-income seniors, people with disabilities, and blind individuals, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a financial lifeline. This October, many SSI recipients will see two payments deposited into their bank accounts — leading to widespread confusion online about whether this is a “bonus” or “special” payout. It’s not. The Social Security Administration (SSA) … Read more