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- July Social Security Payments Will Come Later Than Usual: Here’s When They’ll Arrive (financebuzz.com)
Your July Social Security and SSI Payment Schedule
Retirees often depend on their monthly Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits to manage their expenses. Understanding the payment schedule is crucial for budgeting, and July’s schedule has a few quirks to be aware of.
Typically, Social Security payments follow a predictable pattern. They are distributed on the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month, based on the recipient’s birth date.
SSI benefits, however, are usually paid on the first of the month. Those receiving both get their SSI on the 1st and Social Security on the 3rd.
Beneficiaries who started receiving Social Security before May 1997 also receive their payments on the 3rd.
This schedule remains consistent unless a payment date falls on a weekend or federal holiday. In such cases, the payment is issued on the preceding weekday.
June’s SSI payment was distributed on May 30th because June 1st fell on a Sunday. This early payment might make the wait for July’s benefit seem longer. Rest assured, July’s SSI payment will arrive on Tuesday, July 1st, right on schedule.
Here’s a breakdown of the July payment schedule:
- SSI: Tuesday, July 1st
- SSI and Social Security (or those receiving Social Security since before May 1997): SSI on Tuesday, July 1st and Social Security on Thursday, July 3rd.
- Social Security (based on birth date):
1st-10th: Wednesday, July 9th
* 11th-20th: Wednesday, July 16th
* 21st-31st: Wednesday, July 23rd
If your payment doesn’t arrive as expected, the Social Security Administration (SSA) recommends waiting three business days before contacting them. In the meantime, it’s advisable to check with your bank and review your “My Social Security” account to ensure your information is current. If the issue persists, you can contact the SSA directly or visit a local office.
Managing finances in retirement requires careful planning. Knowing your benefit payment dates simplifies budgeting.
There are several ways to stretch your retirement funds further, such as part-time work, downsizing, or relocating to a more affordable area. Consulting a financial advisor can also provide valuable guidance for optimizing your retirement finances.
Additional strategies for improving your financial well-being include paying off debt, increasing income, and reducing expenses. Even small changes can make a significant difference.