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Social Security Now Requires Electronic Benefit Payments for Most Recipients

The days of waiting beside the mailbox for a Social Security check are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Social Security is moving most recipients to electronic benefit payments, meaning monthly benefits will arrive through direct deposit or another approved electronic method instead of traditional paper checks.

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 31

2027 Social Security COLA: Expect 3.8% Tops, Announcement Date and What Retirees Could Receive

A potential 3.8% Social Security increase in 2027 could offer relief to retirees, but inflation and rising costs in housing, food, and healthcare may offset benefits.

International Business Times UK · Jul 31

12 Retirement Benefits Many Eligible Seniors Never Claim

Retirement is supposed to bring more financial freedom, but millions of older Americans leave valuable benefits on the table every year simply because they don’t...

Saving Advice · Jul 28

The Most Important Part of Your Social Security Statement That Many People Miss

The most important part of your Social Security Statement may not be the big retirement benefit estimate staring back at you. It may sit farther down the page, in the earnings record that shows how much money Social Security credits to your work history.

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 24

Trump’s IRS boss spied on colleagues’ emails when he worked at JPMorgan: report

Bisignano denied allegation that he had spied on colleagues while serving as an executive of JPMorgan Chase

The Independent UK · Jul 21

No SSI payment in August 2026? Here's why millions of Americans won't receive a Social Security check next month—an important reason every recipient should know

Millions of SSI recipients are searching for answers about the August 2026 SSI payment schedule after learning there will be no regular SSI check during August. The reason is a calendar change, not a benefit cut. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will send the August SSI payment early on July…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Social Security 22 July Payment Is the Last of the Month; Here's Why Some Seniors See Two in July

Social Security's final July payment lands on 22 July. SSI recipients get two cheques this month, while 452,000 seniors in student loan default face a 15% garnishment threat.

International Business Times UK · Jul 21

July 22 Social Security Payments: Who Gets Paid, Why Some Checks Could Be $0

July 22 Social Security payments arrive Wednesday, but some retirees may receive $0 because of the retirement earnings test.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

Retiring Midyear? This Social Security Rule Could Protect Your First Checks

Planning to retire in the middle of the year can create an unexpected concern for people who want to claim Social Security right away. You...

Saving Advice · Jul 19

SSA Processing Changes: Could Representative Calls Reach Centers Faster?

If you have ever spent hours waiting on hold to resolve a Social Security issue, the latest administrative updates might finally offer the relief you...

Saving Advice · Jul 18