Last month, the Social Security Administration announced the newest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), which will take effect ...

The 2026 Social Security COLA Is Official. Here's How Much the Average Retirement Check Will Increase Next Year. The average ...

In 2026, Social Security's maximum monthly benefit at full retirement age is $4,152. However, seniors aren't required to ...

The first wave of Social Security payments for the month of November is coming this week. Here's what recipients need to know ...

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There's a huge difference in benefits for beneficiaries claiming as soon as possible versus those waiting a few years.

The Social Security Administration determines the annual COLA by looking at changes in CPI-W data. The 2026 COLA is 2.8%. The ...

After two checks in October, November won't have a SSI payment. Here's when you'll get your disability payments this month.

When you receive your 2026 Social Security payment is determined, with a few exceptions, by your date of birth. However, if you received Social Security before May 1997 or are receiving both Social ...

Working at least 35 years before signing up for Social Security helps you avoid zero-income years in your benefit calculation. Increasing your income today is likely to lead to larger Social Security ...

The second wave of Social Security payments for the month of October is set to be distributed this week, with this month marking the first under the agency’s new paperless policy. Starting in October, ...

Unpack Social Security myths that shrink your check, and see how taxes, timing, work rules, and spousal benefits change what ...