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Dems propose a temporary Social Security boost to relieve inflation

A new poll finds Americans struggling with affordability pressures that are squeezing everything from their everyday ...
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5 states will see bigger boost in Social Security payments for 2026 than rest of the US

As older Americans wait for their Social Security benefits increase to kick in next year, certain Northeastern states will see the biggest boost ...

Delaying Social Security until 70 can boost monthly payouts, but only a small share of Americans do it. Here’s why waiting too long could backfire

Delaying Social Security benefits until 70 is often touted as a strategy to maximize lifetime income. However, this path ...

Social Security payments January 2026 — When will your payment arrive and how much is the COLA-adjusted stimulus check you will get?

Social Security payments will rise in January 2026 as the new 2.8% COLA increase takes effect. This adjustment is designed to ...
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Social Security recipients get cost-of-living boost averaging $56 per month in 2026

The Social Security Administration’s annual cost-of-living adjustment will go up by 2.8% in 2026, translating to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month, agency officials ...
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Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026

(AP) — The Social Security Administration’s annual cost-of-living adjustment will go up by 2.8% in 2026, translating to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month, agency ...
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1 Trick to Boost Your Social Security Check Up to 28%, Even If You've Already Claimed Benefits

Data source: Social Security. Calculations by author. As you can see, delaying until age 70 results in a benefits check 24% to 32% higher than your PIA depending on when you were born. But even ...