One of the biggest decisions you might have to make for your retirement is figuring out when to claim Social Security. You’re ...

Claiming Social Security early means permanently lower monthly payments. For those born in 1960 or later, full retirement age ...

Social Security benefits are eligible for a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, each year. The purpose of COLAs is to help ...

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimates that Social Security payments will be reduced by 24% in 2032 unless the current system is reformed. A 24% reduction in benefits could result in ...

For most Americans, Social Security isn't just a government program. It's a vital financial lifeline that they rely on heavily during retirement. Nearly 68 million people receive Social Security ...

After a long and rewarding career, I am retired. Perhaps you are too. If not, you probably know a family member or friend who is. Maybe you are approaching retirement yourself and are looking forward ...

On January 5, 2025, President Biden signed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 (Public Law 118-273), to repeal ...

Social Security changes in 2026 include a cost-of-living increase and an increase in the maximum benefit recipients can get.