Several changes to Social Security benefits are coming in 2025. Here's what to know.
Americans can expect an adjustment in their Social Security benefits, as the federal administration plans to roll out several changes to the program starting early next year. Here's what to know about how the program will change starting early next year.
Social Security: It'll be harder to qualify for retirement benefits starting in 2025 — what to know
It will become slightly harder to qualify for Social Security benefits in retirement next year amid a change related to the value of a work "credit."
What is Social Security and how does it work?
The program is touted by the government as "one of the most successful anti-poverty programs" in American history.
Social Security really helps low earners — even though they might not live as long
5 Secrets to a Bigger Social Security Check
The key to getting a bigger check is a keen understanding of how the rules work. Unfortunately, the complexities of Social Security are too much for many Americans, and many hold
Social Security will double payments November 1
The U.S. government has confirmed that on November 1, 2024, Social Security recipients will receive a double retirement payout. Those eligible must have started receiving benefits after May 1997 and have a birthday between the 21st and 31st of any month.
Does It Really Make Sense to Work While on Social Security? It Depends on These 2 Factors
Taking Social Security while working can be a smart way to increase your monthly income and enjoy a more comfortable retirement. However, there are some limitations around how much you can receive in benefits if you're still working.
3 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2025
But despite the fact that Social Security has been around for nearly a century, its rules tend to change from one year to the next. Here are three ways Social Security is changing
Social Security update: November direct payment worth $943 goes out in five days
November’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $943, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in five days. The ...
Prediction: Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Will Make Dubious History
Since 2002, national pollster Gallup has conducted annual surveys to determine how reliant retirees are on the income they ...
Trump’s Plan Could Undermine Social Security By $2.3 Trillion
Without Congressional and Presidential action to raise revenues, benefits would be immediately reduced by 23% Under Trump's ...
Social Security update: First round of November payments worth $4,873 goes out in 18 days
The first round of November Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, ...
3 Social Security COLA Dates To Know for 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced that beneficiaries will get a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment ...
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Some Social Security recipients will get an extra check in November. Here's what to know.
While the issue isn't new — the Social Security Administration sets its annual payment schedule well in advance of the year — it could take some seniors by surprise next month if they weren't ...
Why your next Social Security COLA could change if Kamala Harris wins in November
Your future Social Security benefit increases could be affected by which candidate wins the upcoming presidential election.
The 2025 Social Security COLA Is a Double-Edged Sword for Retirees. Here's What You Should Know
Inflation is particularly noticeable for people on fixed incomes, like many who receive Social Security. To help offset this, ...
Social Security update: November direct payment worth $943 goes out in six days
November’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $943, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in six days. The ...
What Harris and Trump would do about the looming Medicare and Social Security funding gap
Harris looks to millionaires paying more taxes to address the looming Social Security funding shortfall. Trump focuses on ...