Yes, the federal government will take a cut of Social Security, which can include monthly retirement, survivor and disability benefits, if total income exceeds certain amounts. But recipients also ...

You’ve worked hard all your life, but now it’s time (or almost time) to retire. One of your greatest fears is not having enough money to make ends meet in your golden years. If you don’t have a ...

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As 2026 unfolds, retirees in the United States face the challenge of balancing their current jobs with federal benefits. The ...

For much of the year, more Social Security beneficiaries focus on the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The COLA directly impacts retirees’ monthly benefits, increasing payouts to counter inflation.

January 1 will mark the final year of a three-year phase out of state taxes on Social Security benefits. Former Governor Jim ...

As the new year approaches, Americans preparing their finances should be aware of several Social Security changes for 2026. More than 70 million people across the U.S. receive money from the Social ...

If you receive Social Security benefits, keep in mind that you likely need to pay taxes on that money. Like many parts of the tax code, it can be complicated to figure out whether – and how much – you ...

All social security recipients in West Virginia will no longer have to pay state income tax in 2026. 2026 marks the final ...

The maximum Social Security is s $5,251 monthly in 2026, requiring 35 years of earnings at or above the wage base limit. The wage base limit ranged from $118,500 in 2016 to $184,500 in 2026. Claimants ...

Maximizing your Social Security income is a smart move for seniors. Social Security lasts for life, so it makes sense to try to increase benefits. Christy Bieber is a contributing Motley Fool ...

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