2027 COLA: Key Social Security deadline looms to get early look at new benefits

Retirees, survivors, and disability recipients, along with those receiving Supplemental Security Income, will receive a 3.6% COLA for 2027. This specific figure represents the highest increase seen in four years. A key Social Security deadline is currently looming for those who wish to get an early look at these new benefits. The adjustment ensures that various benefit recipients receive the updated cost-of-living increase as part of the official 2027 Social Security benefit updates.