If you're struggling to stretch your Social Security checks far enough already, a large Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) probably sounds like good news to you. A b

Every year, Social Security is eligible for a COLA. When inflation remains flat, Social Security benefits remain flat. When there's a decrease in inflation from one year to the next, Social Security benefits also remain flat.

Social Security retirees are going to get a raise in 2026, which is good news since many seniors rely on their benefits to help them cover the bills. There’s some even better news as well: The benefits bump may be bigger than initially expected,