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Social Security COLA 2027 Forecast: Benefits Rise But Medicare Hike May Erase Gains
Millions of Social Security and SSI recipients are watching closely as the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) takes shape. The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) projects a 3.5% increase — the largest in four years — but rising Medicare Part B premiums could swallow that raise for many retirees. Here’s what you need to know about the forecast, how it affects your benefits, and the hidden costs that may leave your wallet flat.
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