Millions of Social Security beneficiaries could potentially increase their annual payments by up to $1,500 through strategic ...

The average Social Security benefit for retired workers was $2,005 in June 2025. That figure would increase to $2,059 in the ...

Kailey Hagen, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool retirement analyst covering Social Security, Medicare, and retirement planning. Before The Motley Fool, Kailey was a research analyst for Reviews.com ...

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.

If you’re someone who relies heavily on Social Security benefits in retirement, then you’re probably eager to find out what ...

Millions of seniors may have to wait longer for 2026 COLA announcement as the government shutdown could delay Bureau of ...

Social Security benefits are set to rise in 2026. The SSA predicts a 2.7% COLA increase. Retirees and beneficiaries can ...

Seniors in 2025 are increasingly seeking ways to safeguard their Social Security benefits from taxation, as rising living ...

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

The order impacts “all Federal disbursements inclusive of intragovernmental payments, benefits payments, vendor payments, and tax refunds.” That includes any benefits sent out by the Social Security ...

New law gives seniors a $6,000 tax break on Social Security, but many still face taxes. Fidelity suggests Roth IRAs, HSAs and delaying benefits to save.