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

The my Social Security online account has become an indispensable tool for millions of beneficiaries and workers looking to manage their information securely. With constant updates such as annual Cost ...

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

Withdrawing from your 401(k) or IRA may indirectly affect your Social Security benefits. Learn how to manage your retirement account withdrawals to minimize potential tax consequences and optimize ...

The second wave of Social Security payments for October 2025 is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15. This payment will be made to beneficiaries whose birthdays fall between the 11th and 20th of the ...

The ongoing government shutdown has delayed the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living increase.

One sign that you may be ready to claim your Social Security benefits is if you've reached the age of 62 -- because that's the earliest age at which retirement benefits can be claimed. You can claim ...

Wondering what will happen to your Social Security checks during the government shutdown that began Oct. 1? Here's what you ...

The government shutdown has delayed the Social Security COLA (cost-of-living adjustment) announcement for 2026.

The shutdown delayed the Consumer Price Index report used to determine the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.

The loss of a spouse is devastating, and the challenges can be even greater if the surviving partner is disabled or unable to work. In such cases, the question of whether Social Security can help ...