In 2026, some retirees will qualify for a maximum Social Security benefit of $5,251 per month. Eligibility depends on ...

The table below shows the average monthly Social Security retirement payment for beneficiaries aged 62 through 80 as of June ...

Learn about six important Social Security changes coming in 2026, from COLA adjustments to higher tax limits, and how they ...

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 ...

A wave of recent proposals argue that an ultimate solution lies in fundamentally changing how Social Security works.

In a recent monthly newsletter published by Ed Slott, Heather Schreiber, an expert on Social Security, discussed the impact ...

The highest income Social Security beneficiaries are now set to see a maximum benefit of $5,251 per month. That's an increase ...

Democratic Senators are pushing legislation that could hike monthly Social Security payments by $200, arguing senior citizens are struggling to keep up with sky-high costs. The recently introduced ...

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The 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment takes effect in January 2026 for both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income ...

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If you or someone you know plans on claiming SSI benefits, you should keep the following key information in mind.