SSDI recipients will soon see an increase to their benefits checks when the 2025 COLA goes into effect this January.

If you receive Social Security retirement benefits, more money should be coming your way this month. In October, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).

Early filers can earn up to $23,400 in 2025 before benefits are reduced, while those reaching Full Retirement Age (FRA) in 2025 can earn up to $62,160. High earners who are not ye

We're nearly half way into January and another set of Social Security checks will soon be headed out to beneficiaries. The 2025 COLA increase is officially in place and recipients should see a 2.5% increase to their monthly payments.

When determining your income taxes in retirement and on your Social Security benefits, the IRS uses your “combined income” and filing status as the two main markers. At $36,000 a year from Social Security,