Payments for retirees with birthdays 11-20 arrive in the next few days of December

Americans who have not yet received their monthly Social Security payment in December may get it in the next week

Payments for retirees with birthdays 11-20 arrive in the next few days of December

Payments for retirees with birthdays 11-20 arrive in the next few days of December

United States prepares the last Social Security payments corresponding to December 2024, affecting millions of retirees. One of the most eagerly awaited groups this month includes those with birthdays between the 11th and 20th, who will get their check in just a few days. These payments are part of the benefits distributed according to Social Security’s annual calendar, providing economic stability to the beneficiaries.

The amount received by retirees depends on multiple factors, such as their work history and when they decided to start benefits. December is a crucial month, as it not only marks the last payments of the year, but also the preparation for benefit adjustments that take effect with the new year. In addition, this month is particularly significant for those who combine Social Security and SSI benefits.

Retirees getting their next Social Security payment

Group 3 Social Security retirees are those who began getting their benefits after May 1997 and who have birthdays between the 11th and 20th of any month. This group will get their next payment on December 18th, following the schedule established by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

The December check will be the last of the year for this group, providing essential financial support during the holiday season. Amounts vary depending on each beneficiary’s work history and the age at which they chose to begin getting payments. For example, those who chose to delay retirement until they reached the maximum benefit age may get significantly higher amounts.

Thus, the two requirements in order to get the December 18th payment are:

It should be noted that while this schedule applies generally, the exact day the money appears in the beneficiary’s account may depend on the payment system used. The direct deposit option ensures faster receipt, while other methods, although less frequent, may experience slight delays. Even so, it usually takes about 3 days at the most for the payment to reach the beneficiary’s checking account.

Can I get more than one Social Security payment in December?

In some cases, it is possible to get more than one Social Security check in December, but this depends on specific situations. One such scenario occurs when recipients also get Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This program is designed for people with limited income and, in certain cases, supplements Social Security benefits.

For these beneficiaries, the January 2025 SSI check will be issued on December 31st, 2024, earlier due to January 1st being a holiday. This additional payment will include the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that goes into effect in 2025, providing financial relief just before the start of the new year.

It is important to note that the double payment is only applicable to those who qualify for both programs and have the direct deposit system activated, which ensures a more efficient and secure delivery of benefits. Those who do not have this method activated could experience delays and get their payment on the first business day of the new year.

December not only closes out a challenging year for Social Security beneficiaries in the United States, but also marks the beginning of adjustments that will impact their finances in 2025. Maximizing these benefits requires understanding how the programs work and staying on top of regulatory changes.

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