The 2027 Social Security COLA Announcement Is Just 4 Months Away. Here's Where Things Stand.
It's not locked in yet, but a big benefit boost looks likely.
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Elevated inflation is making everyone a bit anxious, but it's often worse for seniors who rely primarily on Social Security benefits. While their checks saw a 2.8% boost at the start of the year, the cost of goods has climbed even faster, leaving many looking toward their 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for some relief.
We're still nearly six months from the next benefit increase, but the COLA announcement is happening much sooner. We already have a rough idea of where things could end up.
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