In 2026, you need to earn $1,890 in wages subject to Social Security tax to qualify for a work credit. This is up $80 from 2025. In 2025, you only had to earn $1,810 to earn a credit that counted ...

Not understanding how the upcoming changes in 2026 might affect you could put your financial security in retirement at risk.

A 23% benefit cut, retroactive payments, and new tax rules may impact when you should claim Social Security. These five ...

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

Social Security typically pays benefits on Wednesdays. The first wave of payments will be sent on the second Wednesday of the month, Jan. 14, 2026, with subsequent payments going out on the third (Jan ...

The Social Security payment schedule for 2026 is out. Learn how birth dates affect payment timing and take note of key ...