2 Social Security changes that could hurt you financially, if you're still working
One positive aspect of Social Security is that the program is set up to adapt to economic changes. Each year, for example, Social Security benefits are eligible for an automatic cost-of-living adjustment.
Social Security benefits increased by 2.5% in 2025. Why retirees may feel it's not enough
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2025 is the lowest since the post-Covid inflation spike. Yet retirees still face high prices.
Here's Exactly How the 2025 Social Security COLA Affected Retirement Benefits
This is intended to help seniors and other Social Security recipients keep up with inflation and is based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the third quarter of 2024. While the 2.5% COLA isn't exactly news at this point,
How Much Could Trump’s Social Security Pick Impact Your Benefits? What to Expect in 2025
President Donald Trump has tapped businessman Frank Bisignano as the Social Security Commissioner. What could that mean for you?
Social Security clarifies maximum amounts this 2025
Navigating the complexities of Social Security benefits can be challenging, especially if you plan to continue working after retirement. Understanding how your earnings impact your benefits is crucial to making informed financial decisions.
41 States That Won’t Tax Social Security Benefits in 2025
Social Security plays a big role in many Americans' retirement security. In fact, 40% of Americans ages 65 and older rely on Social Security for at least half their income, according to the AARP.
First round of February Social Security payments goes out in 16 days
The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age ...
Delaying Social Security? Here's Why That's a Riskier Move Than You'd Think.
That's why delaying Social Security means taking a risk. And you'll need to decide whether waiting is worth it. If your ...
Social Security Payment This Week: Up to $967 To Be Sent Out
Social Security benefits form the bedrock of income for millions of Americans—and those who claim Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be paid this week. Adults and children with disabilities, or ...
Liz Weston: Government pension offset changes to Social Security are coming, but will take time
Those who applied for Social Security and were denied due to government pension offset rule or windfall elimination provision ...
How And Why I Delayed My Social Security Until Age 70
We carefully adjusted our living expenses so that we could be satisfied with less income compared to our working years. It ...
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Social Security Fairness Act: Will You Qualify for Back Payments?
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that will give qualifying individuals more money and potential back ...
Social Security Is Set to Run Out of Money in 2034. Here's Why That's Probably Too Optimistic.
Social Security has two other funding sources: benefit taxes on some seniors and interest income earned on money in the ...
What you need to know about Social Security changes
Millions of retired Americans are set to benefit, but there are concerns the program could run out of funds sooner.
Change in law makes it easier for part-time workers to save for retirement
The law change amends the latter rule. Beginning in 2025, part-time employees only need two years of employment with at least 500 hours of service in each to qualify. This doesn't apply to ...