The first retirees are now seeing the new maximum Social Security benefit hit their bank accounts, and the headline number is ...

Retirees facing a $400K lump sum or $2,000/month pension are not just picking a payout style, they are locking in how much risk, flexibility and security they want for the rest of their lives. The ...

Millions of public workers received a notice this year and saw something unexpected. The Social Security Administration (SSA) informed them that their Social Security checks were going up and a ...

Social Security is not the same program it was even a few years ago. A handful of big policy shifts, administrative crackdowns, and new laws have changed how benefits are calculated, who gets more (or ...

Lauren is only 32 years old, and while she earns $122,000 a year, her husband makes $60,000. The couple has managed to amass ...

Officials say taxpayers won’t be on the hook if the stadium development fails to flourish. Experts say the reality is more ...

The Social Security Administration’s claims that its customer service has shown significant improvement are accurate, a government oversight group reported Monday, but critics argue the report’s ...

Are you nearing retirement and considering taking Social Security? There are some key numbers to keep in mind, especially if you want to receive the highest possible monthly check. Most of us ...

The third and final wave of Social Security payments for December is scheduled to be distributed this week, less than a month until the upcoming cost-of-living adjustment takes effect. Following the ...

Most people who receive Social Security retirement benefits will see their monthly payments in January 2026 as usual — with checks and direct deposits distributed according to the Social Security ...

As the new year approaches, Americans preparing their finances should be aware of several Social Security changes for 2026. More than 70 million people across the U.S. receive money from the Social ...

There are several requirements you must meet to earn the highest possible benefit amount. In addition to working long enough and delaying benefits, there's also a salary requirement. Even if you're ...