Millions of Americans will see Social Security Administration payments arrive this week as May’s benefit schedule begins. The payments include Supplemental Security Income, also known as SSI, along with Social Security benefits for specific groups of retirees, disability recipients and survivor beneficiaries. For some people, this week brings more than one deposit. Certain beneficiaries who … Read more
Many Americans expect Social Security payments to begin smoothly once they file for benefits. However, one overlooked rule can reduce checks for people who claim early while still working. This rule is called the retirement earnings test. It applies to people who claim Social Security before reaching full retirement age and continue earning income from work. … Read more
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries are checking the May 2026 payment calendar to find out whether they will receive money this week. The first regular wave of May Social Security payments is scheduled to go out on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The payment date depends on a recipient’s birth date. This schedule applies to many … Read more
Social Security offices across the United States are set to close for a 24-hour period in observance of Memorial Day. The closure will affect around 1,300 Social Security branches on Monday, May 25, 2026. The shutdown is part of the federal holiday schedule followed by the Social Security Administration every year. While in-person services will … Read more
Deciding when to claim Social Security retirement benefits is one of the most important financial choices many Americans make. For millions of retirees, these monthly payments are a major source of income, and the age at which benefits begin can significantly affect long-term financial security. While some people claim as soon as they become eligible … Read more
The Social Security Administration is moving through its May 2026 payment schedule, with several groups of beneficiaries already receiving their money at the beginning of the month. However, millions of Americans are still waiting for their May Social Security payments, which are sent according to a staggered calendar. The monthly schedule applies to different benefit … Read more
Millions of Social Security recipients may receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, with forecasters now estimating a possible increase of nearly 4%. The latest projection comes as inflation rises at one of its fastest levels in almost three years, putting renewed pressure on seniors, retirees and other benefit recipients. According to a new estimate … Read more
Thousands of widows and widowers may have received less Social Security money than they were entitled to after a calculation mistake affected survivor benefit payments. According to a federal watchdog report, the Social Security Administration incorrectly processed certain survivor claims, leading to more than $50 million in combined underpayments. The report estimated that around 8,618 … Read more
Social Security beneficiaries should prepare for slightly delayed payments in May compared to a typical month. Each month, eligible individuals receive Social Security benefits, which provide a reliable source of income for retirees and those unable to work due to disability. Payments are distributed based on the recipient’s birthdate. In May 2026, many recipients will … Read more
Certain Social Security beneficiaries are receiving increased payments this year due to changes in how benefits are calculated. The removal of two key restrictions has led to higher payments for eligible widows and divorced spouses, affecting about 28 percent of state and local public workers, according to the Social Security Administration. The Congressional Budget Office … Read more