2026 Social Security COLA Increase Explained: Updated SSI, SSDI, and VA Benefit Amounts and Payment Timeline
As 2026 approaches, millions of Americans are closely monitoring updates on the Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) and how it will affect SSI, SSDI, and VA benefit payments. COLA increases are intended to protect beneficiaries from rising inflation, but the final percentage, benefit changes, and payment timing follow a strict calculation and implementation process. This … Read more