With the SSA cutting in-person visits, going online is essential. Our guide walks you through setting up your account, using ...

The ones that do often do so with a light touch. But benefits might be shrinking, so stay tuned. A lot varies in the United States depending on which state you're in. Local cuisines, for example, can ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. Here's what to know about the upcoming Social Security payments. The ...

Michigan retirees are set to receive a 2.8% cost of living increase to Social Security in January, but they can expect much of that — maybe all of it — to be wiped away by increases to Medicare costs.

More than 2 million Social Security recipients in Michigan, and millions more nationwide, are in line to receive a cost of living adjustment, or COLA, starting in January 2026, the Social Security ...

Fiscal analysts warn a temporary boost worsens Social Security’s long-term deficit. Supporters link the boost to tariff pain on seniors; critics demand structural reform. CA Sen. Alex Padilla is among ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their November benefits this week. Here's what to know about the upcoming Social Security payments. The ...

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Social Security COLAs are great, but they're often less than what we need. Social Security itself is facing some major challenges in the years ahead. The program can be strengthened by the government, ...

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...