Sudden Social Security changes can take you by surprise and affect your check for the rest of your life. Learn about WEP, GPO ...

Social Security beneficiaries receiving payments in 2026 can expect about $56 more every month, a new tax deduction that will lower seniors' taxes, and modernization updates to the agency.

The third and final wave of Social Security payments for the month of December is coming this week. Here's what recipients ...

Social Security retirees will be getting a Cost of Living Adjustment in January, with a 2.8% raise coming for seniors. While this seems like a generous COLA on the surface, the reality is that Cost of ...

There’s a slightly longer wait for Social Security benefits in January because January 1 falls on a Thursday. Based on the SSA schedule, most Social Security payments are sent out on the second, third ...

In Illinois, there are 47 Social Security Administration Office locations, many of which are in the Chicago area.

The Social Security Administration typically follows a schedule for when it mails out its checks. Here's when to expect your payments in 2026.

The Social Security Administration has released its holiday hours for 2025, and beneficiaries will be able to access services on Wednesday and Friday. However, on Christmas Day, local offices will be ...

The widow's penalty can reduce your Social Security income after a spouse dies. Learn how this works, why it happens, and ...

January 2026 brings three major Social Security changes, including a 2.8% COLA, higher earnings limits, and a higher payroll ...

Elizabeth Warren was 'completely wrong' about Social Security phone data, says commissioner Frank J. Bisignano after audit ...

Keep adjusting your portfolio based on your income needs and spending goals. If there's a year when you want to take a big trip and do some home renovations, see if it's possible to work with your ...