Some of the changes happening to Social Security in 2026 are more positive than others. But even the ones that aren't so ...

For instance, the Q3 CPI-W average for 2025 was 2.76% higher than 2024, which is how we ended up with the 2.8% COLA. It's ...

Learn the four key Social Security changes coming in January 2026, including COLA increases, Medicare costs, and tax shifts ...

You will receive Social Security on Dec. 3, and SSI on Dec. 1, if you began receiving Social Security before May 1997 or if ...

Beneficiaries should receive a one‑page COLA notice in late November via the my Social Security account or by mail in ...

There's no rule against working and claiming Social Security benefits at the same time. But if you're under your full ...

The new year is approaching fast, and while you may be focused on the busy holiday season, it’s never too early to start ...

Social Security payments will arrive on different dates in December. Here’s the schedule, early January payment details, and 2026 COLA increase info.

A long-standing change to the rules is taking effect in 2026 and affecting when you can claim full Social Security benefits.

Benefits will be paid as usual in December, following the government shutdown that lasted from October to mid-November.

Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can collect 100% of their benefits.

You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age you do it at can have a big impact on collecting Social Security benefits.