The Social Security Administration should send you personalized COLA notices in December with your exact 2026 benefit amount.

It's possible to receive a little more than this, though it still might not be enough to cover the higher costs you may be ...

If inflation keeps surging, the benefits increase could end up being smaller than it needs to be. If you are collecting ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to ...

Many of marriage's benefits are emotional and psychological, but the union of two souls famously offers some legal and ...

Dear Primary Breadwinner: Questions about spousal benefits are among the most frequently asked and confusing parts of Social ...

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

All Social Security beneficiaries will see their checks increase by 2.8% in 2026. If that's not enough, you may have to rely on personal savings or pick up a part-time job to make ends meet. It's not ...

If you're married and retired or about to retire, you and your spouse could begin losing more than $18,000 per year in Social ...

From the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment to proposals that would cut parts of the Social Security program, here is a roundup ...