Retirees Could See Their Social Security Slashed by $4,000 Per Year by 2035. Here's Why.
Millions of Americans rely on Social Security, but many are also concerned about its dependability going forward. 60% of current retirees say their benefits are a major source of
(Many) retired teachers are getting a raise thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act
Massachusetts teachers and other public sector employees who qualify for Social Security benefits through covered work will receive a higher benefit once the new rules go into effect.
Social Security Survivors Benefits: Can I Collect Now and Switch to My Own at Full Retirement Age?
I'm 62 and currently working but my spouse passed away when I was 60. He waited until age 70 to take his Social Security. Can I collect his Social Security now in addition to my paycheck? If I get more money under my account at FRA,
Paying Taxes on Social Security Benefits: 3 Pitfalls for Retirees to Avoid in 2025
The federal government hasn't changed how it taxes Social Security in over 30 years. The rules are often in conflict with other tax strategies to maximize income and minimize taxes in retirement. Knowing all the details can help you make smart decisions about whether to take the tax hit now or wait until later.
This is your full retirement age for maximum Social Security benefits
Understanding your Full Retirement Age (FRA) is crucial for optimizing your Social Security benefits. This pivotal number determines when you can claim full benefits and how much you'll receive.
This is the most you can earn to avoid losing your Social Security benefits
Navigating the complexities of Social Security benefits can be challenging, especially if you plan to continue working after retirement. Understanding how your earnings impact your benefits is crucial to making informed financial decisions.
I’m a Retired Boomer: Why I Should Have Waited Until 70 To Take Social Security
We've all heard the saying "patience is a virtue," but for retiree Bianca G., it's a $100,000 lesson she learned the hard way. Read Next: I'm Retired and Regret My Frugal Retirement -- Here's
A Game-Changing Social Security Boost For Teachers And Public Workers
The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates two provisions, the WEP and the GPO, that have been penalizing a sizable portion ...
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Social Security January 2025: The Last Round of Payments Is Headed Out
The last round of payments for January are coming. If you're waiting on your check, here's when you can expect it.
Some Social Security Recipients to Get Higher Benefits Under New Bill
Proposed legislation aims to increase Social Security benefits for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities by ...
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 72
Whatever the reason they're collecting above-average benefits today, on its own Social Security payments still don't provide enough income for a retiree to live on comfortably. However, the 70-to-75 ...
Social Security’s COLA is expected to drop in 2026 — but how low could it go?
Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment is expected to shrink in 2026 and could be the lowest increase seen in a decade.
Social Security Fairness Act opens access to benefits for public employees
According to a news release by U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, the Social Security Fairness Act ensures that public sector workers ...
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Projected To Shrink Further in 2026
The Senior Citizens League (TSCL), a nonpartisan senior group, recently released their monthly COLA estimate, predicting that ...
Suze Orman warns Americans on Social Security about a big problem
Personal finance media personality Suze Orman now shines the light on one huge miscalculation retired Social Security ...
Bridging the gap to Social Security with an annuity: How it works
For early retirees, using an annuity is one way to bridge the years between leaving the workforce and claiming Social ...