Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

Many retirees are struggling with their finances, and things could get worse next year if they aren't prepared for this ...

For each month you claim benefits before your full retirement age, you shrink your checks. The reduction adds up to a 6.7% ...

Nevertheless, surveys recently conducted by T. Rowe Price and Nationwide Retirement Institute suggest three Social Security changes coming in January 2026 may surprise many (or even most) Americans.

Federal income tax on Social Security benefits is one of those rules that quietly reshapes retirement budgets, yet many ...

The Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) has been finalized for 2026. In an announcement on Oct. 24, the Social Security Administration (SSA) told retirees and other beneficiaries that a 2 ...

Social Security benefits are increasing in 2026. That’s good news for retirees. However, it’s important for seniors to ...

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A new proposal would cap annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustments for top earnings beneficiaries, potentially ...

Survivor benefits are currently paid to around 5.8 million Americans nationwide, with nearly 4 million of those being ...

The maximum possible Social Security benefit requires a long, highly-paid career. You can maximize your monthly payment by waiting until age 70 to claim. But it might not be worth waiting to retire ...