If you receive Social Security benefits in 2026, there are several changes to the program that will impact your payments.

The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of all seniors whose provisional income -- adjusted gross income ...

Given the latest cost-of-living adjustment of 2.8 percent, up from 2.5 percent in 2025, some beneficiaries will see the ...

If you aren't maximizing your Social Security check, you can make changes that will impact your retirement security.

To claim the maximum spousal benefit, you must apply at your FRA. You can claim as early as 62, but doing so will shrink your ...

The average Social Security check ranges from $1,814 to $2,196 by state, but higher payments don't always mean an easier ...

Most payments will go out at the same time each month, but because of certain holidays or weekends, some payment dates are ...

There are compelling reasons to start receiving your benefits early or late. Each of us needs to think through some issues.

Social Security benefits crossed a symbolic milestone in January 2026, with the average monthly check reaching $2,071. The ...

Here's when you can expect your first payment of the new year. Plus, everything you should know about 2026 changes.

Social Security is supposed to cover 40% of pre-retirement earnings. But a new report shows your check goes further in some ...

Staffing cuts at the Social Security Administration are causing much longer wait times and making it harder for older adults ...