Social Security's payroll tax rate could increase. Here's why I'd rather that happen sooner rather than later.

I don't love paying taxes any more than you do, but in this case, a tax increase now is the lesser of two evils.

Social Security new cost of living increase prediction is out but there’s no relief in site

The latest projection regarding next year’s Social Security increase doesn’t provide relief for inflation-weary retirees. The ...

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment estimate for 2027 falls as inflation cools

New estimates show Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be between 3.7% and 3.8%. Here's what to ...

Social Security Changes Could Be Announced in October: What to Know

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is preparing to announce several major policy updates this October that will ...

Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest since 2023

New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation ...

Social Security COLA for 2027 may jump to 4.7%, one estimate finds. This chart shows prices driving the increase

As inflation climbs, Social Security beneficiaries may see a higher cost-of-living adjustment in 2027. Here's which costs spiked most over the past 12 months.

The Social Security COLA watch has begun for 2027: Key indicators to track this summer

The official COLA will be announced in October, but there are some key metrics to watch now to be ready.