I Started Social Security at 67. Does Continued Work Mean a Higher Payout?

Some people stop working the moment they retire, but many choose to keep a foot in the workforce. A part-time job or small ...
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Here's How Your 2026 Social Security COLA Will Be Calculated -- and Why It May Fall Short

Social Security benefits are eligible for a raise each year. It's important to recognize a big flaw in how cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated. Though a 2026 COLA should be announced ...
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Social Security payments and the next COLA increase explained

Social Security benefits are the backbone of retirement income for tens of millions of households, so even a small change in ...
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Will my wife automatically get a spousal benefit when I claim my $4,000 Social Security?

My wife is 76, born in 1948. She retired at full retirement age and currently collects $1,076 per month. I will be retiring ...

When do I get my Social Security benefits? First round of December payments arrives Wednesday

The first round of December's disability payments will be dispersed Wednesday. Use your birthday to see when you'll get your ...
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Social Security Strategies For Married Couples

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...

Here's the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit for Retirees Ages 62 to 85 in 2026

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

Social Security payment December 17, 2025: Who all get Social Security checks of up to $4,018?

Social Security payment of up to $4,018 arrives on December 17, 2025: The Social Security Administration is preparing one of ...

6 Social Security Mistakes You Can't Fix Later (And How To Avoid Them)

Some Social Security decisions are permanent. Learn six costly mistakes you can't undo as well as how to avoid them to ...
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What happens to my Social Security benefits if I keep paying into the system for another decade – will they go up?

There are millions of older Americans today collecting Social Security. And for many people, those benefits make it possible ...

Why Your Social Security Raise Might Not Be What You Expect and What It Means for You

Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment is 2.8%, but over time, a pattern has emerged in how the agency calculates ...

Social Security Benefits Get a 2.8% COLA in 2026, But Retirees Could Lose Out for These 2 Reasons

When the Social Security Administration (SSA) finally announced an official cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, many seniors were no doubt relieved to hear that their benefits would be rising ...