The Social Security maximum taxable earnings will be $184,500 in 2026, up from $176,100 in 2025. That number, also called the ...

My wife is 76, born in 1948. She retired at full retirement age and currently collects $1,076 per month. I will be retiring ...

Millions of married and divorced Americans are eligible for Social Security spousal benefits — but most never claim them.

Prepare for 2026 Social Security updates now, including 2.8% COLA, earnings-test limits changes, SSI and disability ...

After a delay due to the government shutdown that began on Oct. 1, Social Security announced its most anticipated change of the year: The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Beginning on Jan. 1, ...

ANCHOR is the only benefit of the three that goes to homeowners under age 65 and to renters of all ages. Qualified renters ...

Still, your expenses may not drop so drastically in retirement. A good rule of thumb is to expect to need 80% of your former income to cover your costs without worry. So let's run some numbers to see ...

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

Some confusion has surfaced as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will not receive a payment during the month of November. Here's what to know.

Also, set up automatic payments so that you never again miss a payment. You typically can set up automatic payments to cover ...

To find out what you could get, check out the SSA’s online benefits calculator. Normally, unless your medical condition improves, you’ll continue to receive Social Security disability payments. As ...

With the government shutdown, SNAP recipients are in danger of losing their benefits on Saturday. One local resident only ...