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Social Security payments will see these 3 changes in 2026

Retiring Overseas? Here’s What to Know About Your Social Security Benefits

U.S. citizens can get Social Security while living abroad, while green card holders can only collect benefits for six consecutive months.

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Social Security payments will see these 3 changes in 2026: What to know about updates to benefits

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What to know about October 2025 Social Security, SSI payments during government shutdown

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Top Social Security Tax Rising 4.8% In 2026, As Benefits Creep Up 2.8%

Average benefits per recipient will climb $56 a month, but some of that will be eaten up by a not-yet-announced hike in Medicare Part B premiums.

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Social Security benefits will inch up 2.8% in 2026

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Social Security benefits to rise 2.8% in 2026

When should I start applying for Social Security?

In 8 years, I will qualify for an average Social Security income. I have no retirement saved and am not a homeowner but I have been blessed with a modest inheritance. What financial advice would you give in this situation?

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Ready to File? Test Your Social Security Application IQ

Test your basic knowledge of filing for Social Security benefits in our 10 question quick quiz.

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Why So Many Retirees Are Rethinking When to Claim Social Security

Inflation, higher interest rates, taxes, and the 8% delayed retirement credit have many retirees reconsidering when to claim their Social Security benefit.

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A Majority of Americans Are in Danger of Making This Expensive Social Security Mistake

The Social Security Administration penalizes you for every month you claim checks under your FRA. You lose 5/9 of 1% per month (6.67% per year) for up to 36 months. If you claim more than three years early, you'll lose 5/12 of 1% per month (5% per year) for each additional month of early claiming.