Why Some Americans' Social Security Benefits May Have Been Suspended
Americans living abroad may have had their Social Security benefits suspended if a required form wasn't submitted in time.
What is the Social Security Fairness Act? How does it affect my social security benefits?
For his last term in office former President Joe Biden sign a new social security measure to ehance benefits for millions of Americans.
3 Little-Known Factors That Could Affect Your Social Security Benefits
A growing number of Americans are heavily reliant on Social Security to make ends meet in retirement. 60% of retirees said Social Security represents a major source of income for them, according to the most recent edition of an annual Gallup poll.
Risking Your Social Security Benefits? Here's What to Watch Out For
Social Security Income (SSI) payments are designed for people who have little to no income. So if you earn too much you can lose your benefits. In 2024, that annual income limit was $11,321.49 for an individual. In 2025, that goes up to $11,604.53. That's $967 per month.
Five benefits you can apply for on the Social Security website
You must be at least 61 years and 9 months, and want your benefits to start in no more than 4 months. Apply at www.ssa.gov/retirement. You can use the online application at www.ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you:
Your Social Security Benefits Aren't Guaranteed. Here's How You Could Lose Them
Eligibility for SSI typically requires that you earn less than $1,971 per month from work. The limit is increased for couples, but if you exceed that limit, you may no longer be eligible for SSI. You should be notified of any benefit reduction or whether you become ineligible due to reaching the income limit.
3 Myths About Social Security That Can Cost You
Nearly 68 million Americans receive Social Security benefits each month. Here are three myths that can cause confusion and anxiety.
3 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Social Security — but Should
It’s important to know the formula that goes into your Social Security benefits. Be aware that you can only grow your benefits up to a point. Understand exactly how Social Security payments are made available to recipients.
How To Save Social Security — Pay More Taxes? Cut Benefits?
These proposals to save Social Security may require big changes, but Americans want politicians to act. Are you willing to pay more taxes?
3 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Checks After You've Already Claimed Your Benefits
Social Security is an essential source of income for American seniors. About half of households with someone age 65 or older receive the majority of their income from the government program, according to multiple studies reviewed by the Social Security Administration.
Goodbye to social security payments? These are the people who will no longer be able to access their benefits in February
Social Security payments are generally exempt from garnishment, levy and such, but there are some exceptions. Here’s when ...
Is It Better to Collect Social Security at 62, 65, or 70? A Comprehensive Study Provides a Very Clear Answer.
One claiming age within the traditional initial collection range of 62 through 70 is likeliest to maximize lifetime income ...
Do you rely on your monthly Social Security check to get by? Here are 3 simple money moves for US seniors as Trump takes the White House
President Trump has promised to protect Social Security, but has also floated the idea of cutting taxes on Social Security ...
Social Security Fairness Act Signed by Biden: What It Means for Your Retirement
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act may increase your retirement benefits by eliminating the Windfall Elimination ...
Worried About How President Donald Trump's Social Security Plans Could Affect Your Retirement? Do These 4 Things to Prepare Now.
Those who are unable to work in retirement may be eligible for other government benefits, depending on their income.