Some changes to Social Security happen automatically. For example, Cost of Living Adjustments are built into the program and ...

New law means police officers, teachers and others with public pensions will now collect their full Social Security benefits.

Keep in mind that the Social Security Administration also pays benefits in the month after they're due. For example, if you turn 62 on March 21, 2025, you won't be eligible for benefits until April ...

Wall St. You can claim Social Security starting at age 62, but an early filing will reduce your monthly benefits. If you collect Social Security and work before reaching full retirement age, you’ll be ...

It has been my custom for most of the past 27 years to write a year-end column that summarizes the Social Security updates scheduled to take place the following year.

It’s finally time to start using the money you managed to save and invest over the years. But be careful: Taxes are just one ...

Trump's campaign promises are somewhat near-sighted when it comes to maintaining the value of Social Security. The ...

Even when you're done with work, the harsh financial reality of life is that you're not done with taxes. After you retire, ...

Understand the impact of delayed retirement credits on Social Security benefits. Learn the best strategies for maximizing ...

More than two-thirds of retirees wish they had saved more and on a consistent basis — and half wish they hadn’t waited so long to focus on it, according to a new report.

After 2024's increase of 3.2%, Social Security recipients will get a more modest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2025: 2.5%. Why 2.5%? The COLA is tied to the inflation rate, says the Social ...

Millions of beneficiaries can expect enhanced Social Security benefits and new limits to Medicare prescription drug costs in 2025.