A my Social Security account allows you to view your contributions to the Social Security program. You can also get a personalized estimate of your future Social Security payments in retirement.

Many retirees see smaller Social Security deposits without warning. Learn the key signs your 2026 benefits could drop and ...

A 2.8% COLA boosts an $1,800 Social Security check in 2026, but higher Medicare premiums and taxes can shrink your raise. See ...

You might assume that if you say you want your benefits to begin in January 2026, you'll receive your first check in January.

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 ...

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

Social Security retirees must ensure that they have registered online for a my Social Security account by Nov. 19. Those who have already created this account in past years should log in to confirm ...

A small subset of seniors will take home three benefits this month. Here's how to determine if you're one of them and when each will be available.

As the year 2025 comes to an end, Social Security recipients are urged to complete several key tasks before Dec. 31, from correcting earnings records to updating tax withholding and direct deposit ...

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