Millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits for all, or a portion, of their retirement income. Up to 85% of Social Security benefits are subject to federal income tax, depending on your ...

If you’re among the 74.5 million Americans receiving Social Security or claiming soon, 2026 brings a wave of changes that ...

The 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) will be announced on October 24 after a brief shutdown delay. Based ...

While payments will continue on schedule, many support services are suspended and field offices are operating with ...

Cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs, are available in most, but not all, years and are a vital part of the Social Security ...

Bureau of Labor Statistics' making a data release exception so older Americans can finally find out what their 2026 Social ...

Learn how Trump's tariffs could affect your 2026 Social Security benefits and what to expect from the upcoming COLA announcement. Get insights on the potential raise and challenges ahead for retirees.

Most people don’t actually wait until 70. For at least some of them, it makes a lot of sense.

The second wave of Social Security payments for the month of October is coming this week. Here's what recipients need to know.

The federal government and some states tax Social Security. But even if you live in a state that doesn’t tax your benefits, ...

Working while collecting Social Security can temporarily reduce benefits if you are under full retirement age. Working can also increase Social Security benefits for a surprising reason. If you can ...

Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve read that the Social Security Administration offers a lump-sum payment to new retirees who need some extra cash. I haven’t yet filed for my retirement benefits and would like ...