Americans can access Social Security services online during the federal shutdown through my Social Security accounts.

In other words, Social Security payments keep rolling, regardless of whether the government is open or not. However, the ...

From military credits to family benefits, these 7 legitimate benefits could significantly boost your lifetime Social Security ...

The second wave of Social Security payments for the month of October is coming this week. Here's what recipients need to know.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued a new reminder about a major update that will begin affecting more than ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is moving to a digital-first system. Paper checks are being phased out in favor of ...

The Social Security Administration lets you access your Social Security records through a portal called “my Social Security.” You used to be able to log in to my ...

The government shut down means several services offered by the Social Security Administration will be impacted.

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) covers essential expenses each month so knowing the exact payment date is critical for budgeting. In October 2025, however, t ...

Social Security is a safety net for many, but it can also be misused — and when that happens, the Social Security Administration can require you to repay benefits. But what happens if you never ...

Social Security 2026 COLA could bring a boost to millions of Americans. Payments will rise to help keep up with inflation.