Social Security COLA Increase Sparks Warning

Latest Social Security COLA prediction says 2026 increase will be disappointing
As the costs of goods continues to increase nationwide, Social Security benefit adjustments aren't expected to keep up.
Social Security COLA Increase Sparks Warning: 'Seniors Will Be Struggling'
Mary Johnson, an independent Social Security analyst, said: "COLA doesn't keep pace with real inflation. The year-over-year rate of inflation in February for the CPI-W is now up to 2.7 percent, meaning our 2.5 percent COLA that we received for 2025 is falling behind real inflation."
Gallego bill would cap what seniors owe Social Security for overpayments. Here's how
People who received Social Security overpayments in error would be protected from paying back more than 10 years of money, under proposed legislation.
Social Security overpayments: Tips to prevent them
Social Security overpays its recipients by billions of dollars every year — and then asks for the money back. Here are some ways experts say you can reduce the chances of it happening to you.
Social Security Update: Seniors Could Get $495 Check Under New Proposal
The check could offset a lower Cost of Living Adjustment forecast for benefits paid in 2026, a leading seniors group has said.
Social Security Overpayments: 100% Withholding May Leave Seniors Broke
The Social Security Administration is tightening its rules on Social Security overpayment. Beneficiaries could see 100% withholding, a jump from the current 10% rate.

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Social Security Fairness Act Recipients Receive $7.5B to Date
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Chaos around Social Security could create an opportunity for scammers
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‘Nose above the water’: Cuts to Social Security workforce will affect recipients
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Americans will get a Social Security boost this month. Learn payment dates and how to ensure you receive your full benefits.
“The President Wanted It and I Did It”: Recording Reveals Head of Social Security’s Thoughts on DOGE and Trump
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Your Social Security benefits were suspended? Here's why
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has established stringent guidelines that significantly impact individuals receiving ...