Those who get Supplemental Security Income benefits got a check on Dec. 1 and will get another on Dec. 31, for January 2026.

Most people never see the biggest-possible payment, but everyone can do at least a little more to maximize their particular ...

Social Security payments for January 2026 are rolling out now, including the first checks with the 2.8% COLA increase. See the full payment schedule by birthday and benefit type.

The initial 2026 Social Security payment for those who were getting benefits before May 1997 will arrive January 2. For ...

Social Security beneficiaries receiving payments in 2026 can expect about $56 more every month, a new tax deduction that will lower seniors' taxes, and modernization updates to the agency.

SSI recipients who also receive Social Security benefits will get their check early. Find out more about what to expect with ...

The Social Security Administration distributes benefits to almost 74 million people each month. Here is when to expect yours in January.

If your Social Security check is $2,300, see how much more you'll get in 2026, when the raise arrives, and why Medicare ...

If you're one of the few still getting a paper check from the Social Security Administration, be aware that's going to stop. The Social Security Administration is continuing its efforts to modernize ...

July has begun and Social Security payments for this month are set to be distributed on a normal schedule. However, your check may soon be a little smaller if you've been overpaid by the Social ...

About 500,000 people were still getting paper checks - including people over age 80, living with disabilities or without internet access Exceptions on paper Social Security checks may be made only in ...

A scheduling quirk in the late 2025 and early 2026 calendar is leading to double checks some months and none in others.