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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 2 - Caught on Camera

Adaptive personal trainer receives notice from Social Security that her disability has ended. Then she pulls out her wheelchair: ‘I have been CURED’

“Earning a paycheck didn’t make me less disabled."

We Got This Covered · Sep 20

What Happens If Social Security Deposits Money After Someone Dies?

Seeing a Social Security deposit appear in a deceased family member’s bank account can create an uncomfortable question: Is that money supposed to be there,...

Saving Advice · Sep 18

Social Security Corrects Error in New Cardiovascular Disability Rules — What Claimants Should Know

The Social Security Administration has issued a technical correction to its recently revised rules for evaluating cardiovascular disorders in disability claims, but people applying for benefits shouldn’t interpret the update as another change in eligibility requirements.

The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 17

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Social Security Update: Social security survivor benefits may soon see a major change; know why this new bipartisan bill matters for millions of Americans

Social security update: A new bipartisan proposal in Congress could change the way families apply for Social Security survivor benefits, introducing online tools that would allow surviving spouses, children and dependent parents to schedule SSA appointments and eventually submit applications digitally. The proposed Survivor Benefits Application Modernization Act comes as…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

At 65 With No Retirement Savings, What Options Are Actually Left?

Turning 65 with an empty retirement account can make retirement feel less like an approaching milestone and more like a financial emergency. There is no...

Saving Advice · Sep 16

Social Security September 2026 payments: Key dates, amount to know as 2027 COLA forecast points to a 3.5% increase

Millions of Americans are waiting for the social security benefits payments on September 16, Wednesday. Analysts are clustering around a roughly 3.6% Social Security COLA 2027 forecast as groups update estimates ahead of the official October announcement. In case your social security payment dosen't arrive today, you can contact your…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Elon Musk Warns 'Humanity Is Dying Out' as Census Bureau Reports Seniors Outnumber Young Children

Elon Musk says 'humanity is dying out' after Census Bureau data show older adults now outnumber the youngest children, even as projections point to a growing but rapidly ageing global population with serious implications for US Social Security.

International Business Times UK · Sep 13

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7 Social Security Numbers Retirees Should Know Before 2027 COLA Season Begins

Fall brings an annual guessing game for millions of retirees: How much will Social Security checks increase next year? The official 2027 Social Security COLA...

Saving Advice · Sep 8

Social Security Benefit Changes 2027: Expected COLA Increases and Full Retirement Age Guidelines

Social Security Beneficiaries May Receive a 3.5% Increase in 2027 Payments Due to Inflation, Marking the Largest Rise Since 2023. The Full Retirement Age Remains 67, With Trust Fund Depletion Projected by 2032.

International Business Times UK · Sep 8

Social Security payments are arriving on this date: Millions of Americans could see their September 2026 benefits. Check date, eligibility, amount and more

Social Security benefit payments 2026: The first wave of September Social Security payments is set to go out this week, with beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th of the month. For September 2026, the key Social Security payment dates are Sept. 9, Sept. 16 and Sept. 23. Social Security…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Musk May Have Collected Intimate Data on Millions of Americans for Possible Political Use, Documentary Claims

Alex Gibney's documentary 'Musk' investigates Elon Musk's alleged access to sensitive government data, raising concerns about potential misuse in elections and AI-driven politics.

International Business Times UK · Sep 3

Social Security September 2026 Payment Dates: Here's Exactly When Your Money Will Arrive

The Social Security Administration has released the 2026 payment calendar, detailing when beneficiaries can expect their payments in September based on their birth dates and benefit type.

International Business Times UK · Sep 1

Social Security to increase? Who is eligible to get $200 extra payment in Social Security benefits next month and when will it be paid?

Social Security benefits: A proposed $200 Social Security increase is gaining attention as millions of Americans look for ways to cope with rising living costs. The proposal could provide an additional $200 a month to eligible Social Security recipients, but the extra payment is not currently an approved benefit. Here’s…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Social Security 2027 COLA: Official Announcement Date, Prediction Projections and Increase Details

Millions of Social Security recipients will learn their official 2027 COLA on 14 October, with The Senior Citizens League currently projecting a 3.6% increase as inflation remains elevated.

International Business Times UK · Aug 25

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Saving Advice · Aug 24

Social Security Paid $17 Billion in Retroactive Benefits — Here’s Who Got the Money

Imagine checking your bank account and finding thousands of dollars from Social Security that you were previously told you could not receive. That became reality...

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Social Security COLA 2027: Mark this key date now as millions wait to see how big the COLA increase could be, how much their checks may rise and when higher payments begin

The Social Security COLA 2027 announcement is getting closer. The expected date is October 14, 2026. The current 2027 COLA estimate is 3.6%. That would beat the 2.8% increase for 2026. But the final number still depends on July, August and September CPI-W data. Derived from third-quarter inflation tracking by…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Social Security payment dates 2026: Next checks arrive on August 19 and 26; see who gets paid

Social Security payments continue through August 2026 for eligible beneficiaries. SSI recipients received their August payment early on July thirty-first. Retirement and SSDI payments are based on birth dates for most recipients. The 2026 benefits include a two point eight percent cost-of-living adjustment. Beneficiaries should wait three business days if…

Saving Advice · Aug 16

Social Security Benefits Stop Growing at 70 — But These Retirement Decisions Don’t

Waiting to claim Social Security can pay off, but there is a point when waiting longer stops helping. The Social Security Administration explains that retirement...

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The Economic Times · Aug 13

Social Security Payment alert: Social Security Administration updates key list, major points you need to know

Social Security payments play an important role in the financial lives of millions of Americans, providing a source of income for retirees, disabled workers and eligible family members.

The Free Financial Advisor · Aug 13

How Much Monthly Income Does the Average American Over 70 Have in Retirement?

Retirement income for Americans over 70 can look surprisingly different from one household to the next. In 2026, the average Social Security retirement benefit for someone ages 70 to 74 was about $2,083 per month, or just under $25,000 a year.

International Business Times UK · Aug 12

Which 14 New Health Conditions Were Added to the Social Security Compassionate Allowances Program?

The Social Security Administration has expanded its Compassionate Allowances program with 14 new severely disabling medical conditions, offering a critical fast-track pathway for financial assistance.

Medical Daily · Aug 12

Social Security Adds 14 Conditions to Its Disability Fast Track, Including Four Cancers and Several Rare Childhood Syndromes

Social Security added 14 conditions to its Compassionate Allowances list. Here are the cancers and childhood syndromes that now qualify.

The Free Financial Advisor · Aug 10

Government Imposter Scams: How to Verify an IRS, SSA, or Medicare Contact

A call from the IRS, Social Security Administration, or Medicare can grab attention fast, especially when the caller claims something needs fixing today. The good news: an official-looking message does not automatically mean a scam, but a convincing voice, familiar agency name, or official-looking number does not prove legitimacy either.

Saving Advice · Aug 9

August Social Security Payments Begin Wednesday: First Checks Hit Aug. 12

The first wave of August Social Security retirement payments lands Wednesday, August 12, for beneficiaries born on the 1st through the 10th of any month....

The Free Financial Advisor · Aug 8

What to Know About Social Security Claiming Assumptions That Can Distort a Retirement Plan

Social Security planning often starts with a simple question: when should someone claim benefits? The tricky part comes when a retirement plan relies on assumptions that no longer match current rules, cost-of-living adjustments, or the long-term outlook for the program. A small misunderstanding can create a much bigger ripple effect…

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