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Millions Set to Receive a Rare Double Social Security Payment — Who Gets the Extra $1,450?
Millions of SSI beneficiaries will receive a double Social Security payment in December because the January benefit will be paid early on December 31. The Social Security Administration urges recipients to plan ahead to avoid financial stress in early January.
Still Waiting on Your November Social Security Check? Here Are the Most Common Reasons
Delayed Social Security payments in November 2025 are causing concern for many beneficiaries. Common reasons for delays include incorrect banking information, separate SSI schedules, and bank processing backlogs.
Retirees Get Ready — Here’s the Full December 2025 and January 2026 Social Security Timeline
Social Security recipients will see important payment schedule changes in December 2025 and January 2026, including early SSI payments and a 2.8% COLA increase for 2026. Understanding these dates is crucial for retirees and beneficiaries to plan ahead.
December Social Security Payouts: The Updated Calendar Every Retiree Should Check
Social Security recipients can expect changes in the payment schedule this December, including early payments for SSI and new COLA adjustments starting in January 2026. Here's a breakdown of the key dates and what beneficiaries need to know.
$967 Social Security Payment Set for December 1 — Check Full Eligibility Criteria and Deposit Details
The $967 Social Security payment, scheduled for December 1, 2025, will support eligible SSI recipients. A second early payment for January 2026 will also be made on December 31, providing crucial financial continuity for many low-income individuals.
Retirees Beware: The Hidden Risk of Delaying Social Security Until Age 70
New research shows that delaying Social Security until age 70 may not benefit all retirees. Experts warn that health, savings, and income gaps can shape outcomes, highlighting the need for personalized retirement planning and careful evaluation of Social Security benefits.
Social Security Paper Checks Were Supposed to End — Now the Government Is Backpedaling
The U.S. Social Security Administration reversed its plan to end Social Security paper checks in 2025. While digital payments remain the preferred option, paper checks will continue for Americans lacking reliable access to banking or online services, reflecting concerns about equity and accessibility.
SSDI, SSI, and Retirement Checks: Here’s the Full December 2025 Payout Timeline
The Full December 2025 Payout Timeline shows that Social Security beneficiaries will receive adjusted payments due to the New Year holiday, including an early January 2026 SSI deposit on December 31. Standard SSDI and retirement payments follow the birthdate-based Wednesday schedule.
Social Security Surprise: December 2025 Brings Extra Payment — But Not Everyone Qualifies
The Social Security Surprise in December 2025 results from a holiday scheduling rule that shifts January’s SSI payment to December 31. The early Extra Payment is not new income, and Not Everyone Qualifies, according to the Social Security Administration.
$967 Social Security Check Hits Accounts December 1 — Are You on the List?
The Social Security Administration will send the $967 Social Security check to eligible Supplemental Security Income recipients on December 1. The 2025 payment reflects the updated federal benefit rate and follows the agency’s standard monthly schedule.
