SSI recipients are getting two payments in the month of May. Here's why, and when, you'll get the second payment.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that it will send payments averaging $2,000 to millions of beneficiaries on May 14. This update follows the 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase.

In May, some SSI recipients will notice two payments instead of one. This isn't an extra benefit but a scheduling adjustment due to calendar quirks. Discover who qualifies and how this impacts your finances.