Social Security payments for January 2026 are rolling out now, including the first checks with the 2.8% COLA increase. See the full payment schedule by birthday and benefit type.

In 2026, nearly 74 million Americans relying on Social Security will face significant changes impacting their income. With ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) applies an earnings test for anyone who claims retirement benefits before they reach ...

As the end of the year approaches, Social Security recipients should review several key account details before Dec. 31 to ...

Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks in January: The Social Security Administration sends regular ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is starting 2026 with substantial changes. The government agency is moving forward ...

The last Social Security benefit of 2025 will be dispersed this week, and January's SSI check comes next week. Learn how the ...

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 Social Security Administration Office of Inspector General said the agency’s average speed of answer was only seven ...

SSA is looking for volunteers to keep working on Dec. 24 and Dec. 26. A former SSA executive says it’s unusual for the agency ...

This year, I've spoken to over 250 older Americans. Most, including those with sufficient savings, expressed anxiety about ...