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These Retirees Will Not Receive Social Security Until Late August: Know Planning For Late Payments

By Alon Bidden

Published on: July 27, 2024

Social Security benefit payments for August 2024 will start arriving as early as August 2, but only two specific groups of retirees will receive these early payments. Let’s break down who gets their benefits early and who will need to wait until later in the month.

Contents

• 1 Early August Social Security Payments
  • 1.1 Who Qualifies for August 2 Payments?
  • 1.2 Who Will Receive Social Security in Late August?
• 2 Planning for Late Payments
• 3 Social Security Payment Amounts
  • 3.1 Factors Affecting Payment Amounts
  • 3.2 Potential Benefit Amounts
• 4 FAQs
  • 4.1 Who qualifies for early Social Security payments in August?
  • 4.2 When will I receive my Social Security payment if my birthday is after the 20th?
  • 4.3 How can I get the maximum Social Security benefit?
  • 4.4 What is the average Social Security payment for retirees?
  • 4.5 Why is it important to plan my budget if I receive late payments?

Early August Social Security Payments

Who Qualifies for August 2 Payments?

1. Retirees on SSI and Retirement Benefits: If you receive both Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security retirement benefits, you will get your payment on August 2.
2. Retirees Receiving Benefits Before May 1997: Those who began receiving retirement benefits before May 1997 will also get their payment on August 2.

Who Will Receive Social Security in Late August?

Retirees who do not fall into the above categories will receive their payments based on their birth date:

• Birthdays from 21st to 31st: Payment on August 28
• Birthdays from 11th to 20th: Payment on August 21
• Birthdays from 1st to 10th: Payment on August 14

Planning for Late Payments

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If your birthday falls after the 20th of the month, your Social Security payment will be on August 28. This later payment date means you will need to manage your budget carefully to ensure your finances last until the end of the month.

Social Security Payment Amounts

Factors Affecting Payment Amounts

Several factors influence the amount you receive from Social Security:

• Lifetime Earnings: Higher lifetime earnings result in higher benefits.
• Filing Age: Waiting until age 70 to file can significantly increase your monthly benefits.
• Years Worked: Benefits are calculated based on your highest 35 years of earnings.

Potential Benefit Amounts

• Maximum Benefit: The highest possible benefit can reach up to $4,873 for those who had high earnings and waited until age 70 to file.
• Average Benefit: Most retirees receive around $1,918 per month.
• Minimum Benefit: Those who worked fewer years or had lower earnings will receive smaller amounts.

Understanding the payment schedule and planning your finances accordingly is crucial for managing your Social Security benefits.

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Early August payments are reserved for specific groups, while others will need to wait until later in the month. Knowing when you will receive your payment and how much to expect can help you plan your budget more effectively.