The Social Security wage base limit is the maximum amount of your income that's subject to the Social Security payroll tax each year. In 2026, the wage base limit is $184,500. So, if you earn $200,000 ...

The full retirement age for social security is increasing in 2026. It is the last age increase as part of a 1983 ...

One Social Security claiming age offers the highest probability of maximizing lifetime Social Security income.

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

Explore the Social Security benefit amounts you can receive at various retirement ages and whether the monthly amount or the lifetime amount matters more to you.

The standard advice is to hold off, but most retirees claim the benefit as soon as they can, at age 62. Here’s what to know ...

According to the Social Security Administration, taking your benefits as early as possible (age 62 for those born after 1960) ...

A long-standing change to the rules is taking effect in 2026 and affecting when you can claim full Social Security benefits.

This means that if you're turning 66 in 2026, you will not be able to claim Social Security without a reduction. That's an ...

Social Security rules have some changes in store for 2026, such as tax rules and cost-of-living adjustments. Here's what ...

A new study finds that 2 in 5 people combine work and Social Security benefits for at least some period of time as they near ...