Rumors spread that Social Security paper checks were ending. Here's what actually changed, why the confusion started, and ...

The 2026 increase is nothing close to the dramatic 8.7% COLA jolt in 2023. But it is better than the increase that ...

Since its creation during the Great Depression, Social Security has been one of the most successful federal programs in U.S.

Stay informed about the 2026 Social Security payment schedule and the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) that impacts your ...

Most Social Security recipients will get their payments on the regular schedule, but some SSI checks will come early. Here's ...

Social Security's rules are quietly shifting again in 2026, and this time the change is permanent. The full retirement age is ...

The primary requirement to receive spousal benefits is that you must be married to someone eligible for either retirement or ...

Since its creation during the Great Depression, Social Security has been one of the most successful federal programs in U.S. history. It has survived wars, recessions, demographic change, and repeated ...

Social Security is a vital source of income for retirees, but even these checks might be subject to garnishment if you owe ...

Delayed credits begin after reaching Full Retirement Age, so your husband had already started to accrue them as soon as he hit that age. Your benefit, in particular, would be whatever is higher - your ...

In-depth reporting from the Washington Post found the Social Security Administration is dealing with “record backlogs that have delayed basic services to millions of customers.” An ...