After a late Easter in April, May brings a series of long weekends thanks to two bank holidays. These holidays will not only provide an opportunity for some much-needed time off but will also affect the timing of benefit and pension payments. Bank Holidays in May May is bookended by two bank holidays: Many people … Read more
The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign has been advocating for compensation for women born in the 1950s who were adversely affected by changes to the state pension age. These changes, implemented through the 1995 and 2011 Pensions Acts, increased the state pension age for women from 60 to 65 and subsequently to 66. … Read more
In April 2025, millions of Americans will experience a significant enhancement in their Social Security benefits. This improvement results from a combination of a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) through the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023. Beneficiaries may receive combined payments of … Read more
In April 2025, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries can expect an average monthly payment of $1,580. This financial support is vital for individuals unable to work due to qualifying disabilities. Understanding the payment schedule, eligibility requirements, and application process is essential for current and prospective SSDI recipients. SSDI Payment Schedule for April 2025 SSDI payments are … Read more