The average Social Security benefit for retired workers was $2,005 in June 2025. That figure would increase to $2,059 in the event of a 2.7% COLA, meaning the average retired worker would collect an ...

Social Security benefits are set to rise in 2026. The SSA predicts a 2.7% COLA increase. Retirees and beneficiaries can expect higher payments starting January. This adjustment helps keep Social ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to claim Social Security.

Social Security Administration (SSA) is sending out October 2025 SSI payments. Eligible individuals can get up to $967, while couples may receive $1,451. The exact amount depends on income and ...

Current estimates put Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) at 2.7%. That's a larger increase than what retirees received in 2025. A larger COLA means seniors may be looking at ...

Retirement account withdrawals not only help you cover basic living expenses, but they also can fund the lifestyle you've always envisioned in your golden years. That money, however, can have ...

Approximately 72 million beneficiaries are expected to receive more than $1.6 trillion in payments from the Social Security Administration in 2025.

Divorce can affect your Social Security eligibility, but it usually won't increase your benefits by itself. What matters most are your earnings history, the age you claim, and whether you qualify for ...

Social Security benefits will still be paid out during the government shutdown, although some services will be reduced.

The problem with the “basic math” behind delaying Social Security is that it often overlooks longevity risk. While it’s true that waiting longer increases your benefit, your total lifetime payout ...

Key Takeaways In the event of a federal government shutdown, Social Security beneficiaries will still get their checks and Medicare beneficiaries will still have health coverage, but some ...

The COLA is calculated by determining the percentage increase (if any) between the CPI-W for the third quarter of the current year and the CPI-W in the third quarter of the previous year. SSA only ...