In early October of every year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its much-anticipated report on changes (usually increases) to the Consumer Price Index ...

Those retiring in 2025 at age 62 can earn a maximum possible benefit of $2,910 per month in 2026. If you file at age 67, the ...

The Trump administration wants to cut back disability benefits for low-income and older Americans by up to 20%, a move that ...

About 69 million people receive Social Security benefits, yet many are surprised when their monthly checks come in lower than ...

Social security payments, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and benefits for retirement, disability and survivors, ...

Inflation continues to affect Social Security and Medicare benefits — and many retirees are already having to make new plans ...

Avoid seven common income mistakes that can shrink your Social Security, including IRMAA and Medicare surcharges, earnings ...

Sometimes people will write to me complaining that the government, specifically, the Social Security Administration, has messed them up and cheated them out of benefits they might have been due. But ...

Social Security benefits will rise by 2.8% in 2026, but it may not completely outweigh inflation's impact on retirees' finances. Here's what you need to know.

The 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment is higher than last year's. However, this may not be enough to keep up with inflation and health care expenses for beneficiaries.

I’ve read that the Social Security Administration offers a lump-sum payment to new retirees who need some extra cash. I haven’t yet filed for my retirement benefits and would like to find out if this ...

Will the government shutdown affect Social Security payments this month? On Oct. 1, the federal government shut down as lawmakers failed to reach an agreement over funding, causing some services to ...