Social Security COLA has been in effect for a month, and that means you should have received your boosted check.

The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025 is indeed a most notable change in Social Security for 2025, but it's not an Earth-shattering one. The COLA, effective in December 2024, is just 2.5%. So if you were collecting, say, $2,000 per month, you'd now be getting $2,050.

This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much more money they might receive.

The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in six days. Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month,

Millions of retirees in the United States rely on Social Security payments to cover essential expenses. Every month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a strict schedule to distribute these payments,

Understanding the timing and strategies for Social Security payments can significantly impact your financial well-being. Learn how to navigate the system to ensure you receive the maximum benefits possible.