From tax surprises to benefit reductions, these are the key Social Security changes that happen after a spouse dies, and how ...

See the complete 2026 Social Security payment schedule, month by month. Learn how birthdates, SSI rules, and potential ...

Social Security changes in 2026 include a cost-of-living increase and an increase in the maximum benefit recipients can get.

Delayed credits begin after reaching Full Retirement Age, so your husband had already started to accrue them as soon as he hit that age. Your benefit, in particular, would be whatever is higher - your ...