If you’re living on Social Security, every dollar counts — and 2026 is bringing a bit of relief. The Social Security Administration (SSA) just announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for next year. Starting in January 2026, nearly 71 million Americans — retirees, disabled workers, and SSI recipients — will see slightly bigger monthly checks. … Read more
If you’ve been feeling the pinch of rising grocery prices, rent, or fuel bills, there’s finally a bit of good news.New York has officially started distributing $400 Inflation Refund Checks — a timely lifeline for residents trying to keep up with today’s high living costs. Inflation has quietly eaten away at everyone’s paycheck. Groceries that used to … Read more
If you’re counting on Social Security to keep up with rising prices, there’s some news you’ll want to pay attention to. Current projections show that Social Security benefits could increase by around 2.7% in 2026 — a slightly larger cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) than this year’s. Sounds great, right? A bigger check every month is always welcome. But … Read more