Social Security February direct payment worth $967 goes out today
February’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to millions of beneficiaries today. The next SSI payments are scheduled to be distributed on Friday, Jan. 31. SSI payments are given to people living with debilitating disabilities that affect their income,
3 Positive Social Security Changes That Arrived in 2025
Social Security benefits are eligible for a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) each year so that they have a chance to keep up with inflation. In 2025, Social Security got a 2.5% COLA. While you may be inclined to put that into the "bad news" category, here's why that would be wrong.
What Is the February Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your February Social Security benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born. Payments follow the month they are due, so your February check is for January.
Social Security payment this week: Up to $967 to be sent out
The maximum monthly SSI benefit for 2025 is $967 for an individual and $1,450 for a couple, compared to $943 and $1,415, respectively, in 2024. The increase resulted from a 3.2% Cost of Living Adjustment that started at the first of the year.
Maximizing Social Security Survivors Benefits
This little-known restricted application rule can significantly boost retirement income for surviving spouses.
How is your age related to the benefits you will receive from Social Security?
In 2025, significant changes are on the horizon for Social Security beneficiaries in the United States. From cost of living adjustments to shifts in retirement age, understanding these updates is crucial for planning your financial future.
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