To receive spousal benefits as a divorced individual, the marriage must have lasted 10 years, the person claiming must be at least 62 (or caring for a child age 15 or younger, or for a child of any ...

Imagine you turn 62 in 2026 and start claiming benefits. You receive $1,200 a month from Social Security and earn $29,000 a year from part-time work. Because that income exceeds the annual earnings ...

The average retired worker collects around $2,013 per month in Social Security benefits, according to November 2025 data from the Social Security Administration. In 2026, however, it will be possible ...

January 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 11 days. SSI payments ...

Workers contributing to Social Security will also see changes to payroll tax limits. In 2026, the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security taxes will increase from $176,100 to $184,500, ...

Learn how working impacts Social Security benefits. Understand the earning limits, potential reductions, and strategies to ...

All Social Security beneficiaries will get 2.8% more in 2026. Medicare Part B premiums will take a greater bite out of your ...

I called the Social Security office, as well as went with my husband when he went to collect his Social Security. Because I ...

The Social Security trust fund for retirees is projected to become insolvent in 2033. Wwithout action, Social Security ...

President Trump has signed an executive order creating new federal holidays around Christmas. Here’s how the move could affect Social Security offices, payments, and services.

Those nearing retirement have plenty to think about. Having enough money to live off of in one’s old age is an important factor to consider. But for those with extra capital to spend, deciding how ...

Social Security payments to retirees reflecting the 2.8% COLA will start arriving January 14.