The new 2027 COLA is projected at 3.5% to 3.6%, potentially the largest in four years. Here's how the estimates compare and what retirees should know.

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Next week the SSA will announce the 2027 COLA increase it will apply to benefits in January. Here’s how big a boost the experts think there will be.