Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

The traditional retirement age of 67 may soon be a thing of the past. Learn why policymakers are considering an increase and ...

You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age you do it at can have a big impact on collecting Social Security benefits.

Most people who receive Social Security retirement benefits will see their monthly payments in December 2025 as usual — with ...

Social Security payments will follow a normal schedule for December ahead of the 2.8% cost-of-living increase (COLA) starting ...

SSI recipients will receive two Social Security payments in December 2025 due to a calendar scheduling quirk that moves ...

For instance, the Q3 CPI-W average for 2025 was 2.76% higher than 2024, which is how we ended up with the 2.8% COLA. It's ...

Learn how Trump's new tax and payroll proposals could shrink Social Security funding and what steps you can take now to protect your retirement income.

The good news is that the SSA publishes its payment calculator in advance, so you can plan ahead and know exactly when you'll ...

Once you turn 62, you’re allowed to claim Social Security at any time. The reason so many people file at 62 is simple: it’s ...

Benefits will be paid as usual in December, following the government shutdown that lasted from October to mid-November.

A scheduling quirk in the late 2025 and early 2026 calendar is leading to double checks some months and none in others.