Retirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks
The average Social Security benefit is approaching $2,000 per month for the first time. You'd think that would provide a comfortable supplement to personal savings for typical retirees, but it's often not the case.
Some Social Security checks came early in December. See quirky 2025 payment schedule
Because of the calendar, Social Security recipients who get Supplemental Security Income benefits get their first 2025 check on Dec. 31, 2024.
The biggest Social Security changes taking effect in 2025
As we step into 2025, you may be setting financial goals. While you're at it, you should also keep tabs on the Social Security changes this year.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
I'm 64 years old and considering claiming Social Security before I retire - how will that impact my tax withholding?
Wall St. You can claim Social Security starting at age 62, but an early filing will reduce your monthly benefits. If you collect Social Security and work before reaching full retirement age, you’ll be subject to an earnings-test limit.
New law could boost Social Security checks for thousands of retired California teachers
The Social Security Fairness Act, signed by President Joe Biden on Sunday, will increase retirement benefits for many educators and other public sector workers, including nearly 290,000 in California.
Will Social Security Checks Be Delayed Because of Palisades Wildfire?
Those living in the wildfire zone include millions of seniors, many of which rely on Social Security payments each month.
How to get Social Security checks
Navigating the complexities of Social Security payment schedules can be challenging. Discover if you qualify for an expedited benefit today and learn about the conditions that determine your eligibility.
Social Security's 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025 Was Disappointing. Will 2026 Be Any Better?
The first Social Security checks with 2025's 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) have gone out, with more coming in the ...
How to prepare for Social Security benefit taxes if you'll owe them in 2025
The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of some retirees if their provisional income exceeds thresholds for ...
Social Security Is Increasing Payments to 3 Million People This Year—Find Out If You’re One of Them
Social Security checks are increasing for almost 3 million Americans. Here's how to find out if you'll benefit—and when.
3 Reasons I'll Be Taking Social Security Long Before Age 70
Technically, you don't have to take Social Security when you retire. It's possible to leave your job at 62 and then wait ...
Social Security Benefits Increased for Some Americans: Here's Who's Impacted
Millions of Americans will see higher Social Security checks now that the windfall elimination provision (WEP) is abolished.
The Social Security COLA is lower than it’s been in four years. Here’s what that means for your spending.
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, for 2025 is a 2.5% increase. That means the monthly benefits checks ...