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 Are you enrolling in Medicare 2026? Here’s what you need to know about premiums and income to access a health plan next year

Your 2024 income could impact how much you pay for Medicare premiums in 2026 — including possible extra charges for higher earners through the IRMAA surcharge.

The date for the announcement of the new Social Security COLA adjustment confirmed – New date for finding out how much checks will increase...

After a brief delay caused by the government shutdown, the Social Security Administration confirms that the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) will be announced on October 24, bringing clarity to millions of Americans awaiting news on next year’s benefit increase.

Why does Medicare have different parts? What are Parts A, B, C, D — and what is Medigap?

Medicare is divided into different parts for a reason. Here is what Parts A, B, C, and D cover, plus how Medigap fits in.

These are the nearly 400,000 Social Security beneficiaries who could lose their payments of up to $5,108 in October if they don’t complete this...

Paper checks are ending for Social Security — here’s what every beneficiary needs to do right now to keep receiving their payments on time.

Does Medicare cover you when you travel outside the US?

Medicare works well inside the United States, but coverage gets tricky when you travel abroad. Here’s what to know before you pack your bags.

Retirees in these 10 states will receive the highest Social Security COLA payments in 2026, with average checks of up to $2,172

Here’s where retirees will see the biggest boost in their Social Security checks next year — and why it matters.

If you receive Social Security payments and live in this state, congratulations – You can save up to $500 thanks to an innovative measure

Michigan seniors on Social Security will now save up to $500 each year under new tax relief plan

Four things you should know about the government shutdown – This will happen with Social Security payments of up to $5,108 during the month...

Here is what you should expect with Social Security payments during the October government shutdown

Will there be an announcement about the COLA adjustment on October 15? What is known about the possible delay in Social Security check

Social Security beneficiaries may face delays in learning their 2026 cost-of-living adjustment due to the ongoing government shutdown.

 Bad news for retirees as Government shutdown impacts 2026 COLA

The government shutdown halts key inflation data, leaving millions of seniors uncertain about their 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.

Bad news for millions of Social Security beneficiaries in October – Here’s the truth about the supposed $600 payment for those who receive an...

Security Administration has confirmed that the rumored $600 SSI bonus is false — here’s what beneficiaries can actually expect this October.

Wells Fargo confirms that its 4,300 branches will be closed for 24 hours in one week – Check the schedules for Columbus Day 2025

All Wells Fargo locations will shut down for Columbus Day 2025 and three other major holidays — here’s how to manage your banking needs.

If you are 65 years old, this is how much your Social Security check will increase with the COLA adjustment in 2026 – Average...

Social Security payments are set to rise again in 2026, with seniors seeing an average monthly boost of up to $44 thanks to the new COLA adjustment.

Five reasons why you should start cashing your Social Security checks at age 62

While many experts say it’s smart to wait, here are five practical reasons why claiming your Social Security benefits at age 62 could be the right move for you.

How the government shutdown could affect the 2026 COLA

Shutdown stalls key inflation data, putting Social Security’s 2026 COLA announcement at risk — but monthly checks will still arrive on time.

Good news about Social Security benefits – These are the millions of Americans who will receive checks of up to $5,108 this October 3

Monthly Social Security payments begin this week, with some beneficiaries receiving up to $5,108 as October checks are sent out.

Good news for millions of Americans – Two rounds of Social Security payments of up to $5,108 will be issued this first week of...

Who gets the first October Social Security checks, how much is paid, and what you should expect

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