More than 3 million people will soon get a Social Security boost. Here’s who qualifies for increased payments
According to the Social Security Administration, roughly 28 percent of state and local public employees are eligible for a benefit increase due to the new law, which leaves 72 percent who won’t see an adjustment in their monthly Social Security checks. Need expert guidance when it comes to managing your investments or planning for retirement?
When to expect the Social Security Fairness Act increase in 2025
The Social Security Administration has introduced significant changes to the Social Security Fairness Act, impacting millions of public sector employees. These changes eliminate the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO),
Social Security Fairness Act Recipients Receive $7.5B to Date
The Social Security Administration on March 5 shared its significant progress to quickly implement the Social Security Fairness Act. Through March 4, 2025, SSA has already paid 1,127,723 people more than $7.
Social Security's April Payment Could Look Really Different for 3.2 Million Seniors
Social Security benefits usually only change en masse in January when the new cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) takes effect. But if you're one of the 3.2 million Americans affected by the Social Security Fairness Act's recent passage, next month's benefit check could look different than you're used to.
The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes: Are You Prepared?
If your combined income is under $25,000 (single) or $32,000 (joint filing), there is no tax on your Social Security benefits.
Social Security Fairness Act: What should you do right now if you qualify for the benefit increase?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is making a major change to benefit payments for millions of people. As a result of the implementation of the Social Security Fairness Act,
Social Security $6,710 Retroactive Payments — Who Is Still Waiting?
While many have already received their payments, millions more are still waiting as the SSA continues processing remaining retroactive payments.
Up to $1,190 will be received for Social Security Fairness Act retroactive payments
The Social Security Fairness Act is transforming the financial landscape for over a million public workers, with retroactive payments and increased monthly benefits.
On what day does your deposit first increase with the Social Security Fairness Act in 2025?
It is well known that the Social Security Administration announced changes to the Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) that eliminated the Windfall Elimination Provision, known as W
New law has ignited a wave of new Social Security benefit claims. What you need to know
Social Security Administration says it's processed 30,000 claims under the Social Security Fairness Act. Only about 2.97 million more to go.
3.2 Million Americans Will Get a Huge Social Security Boost This Month
The exact benefit increases will vary depending on each person's income history and how much they had withheld due to the WEP ...
Major Social Security Changes in March 2025—And How It Affects You
Learn about the sweeping changes to Social Security in March 2025, from major policy reforms impacting millions to heightened enforcement measures.
FingerLakes1.com1d
Social Security: Final March payments before benefit increase in April
Social Security recipients should note an update for April 2025 payments, which will include benefit increases for millions ...
New legislation means more than 3.2 million Americans will get a larger Social Security check — what this means for your retirement plans
Most people have jobs that pay Social Security tax, but not everyone. Some public workers and civil servants work at jobs ...