The massive $2.7-trillion Social Security program faces two waves of disruption in 2026: a renewed push to privatize the fund’s assets, and cuts to services that coincide with rising disinformation (1 ...

When most couples think about Social Security, they focus on individual benefits earned through years of payroll taxes. But there’s another benefit many overlook: the spousal benefit. Spousal Social ...

(NEXSTAR) – Didn’t earn so much during your working years? It’s likely you’re still eligible for retiree benefits from the Social Security Administration. The Social Security Administration (SSA) ...

Social Security is a vital part of most retirement plans, but many people miss important details that can affect how much they receive and when. Whether you're years away from retirement or it's just ...

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Those who receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their Social Security payment on the third day of the month and their SSI payment on the first day of the month ...

Social Security recipients have received a wave of bad news due to the Fed's rate cut in December. The Federal Reserve cut rates by 0.25 percent with a 9-3 vote and also indicated that future cuts ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. 2026 is here, and for millions of Americans who receive Social Security payments, it comes with a slight raise. Last year, the ...

One year after a much‑publicized purge of federal workers, critics say the consequences are becoming more visible, especially for the nation's seniors. "It's very concerning," said Kenneth Williams.

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As you can see, the average Social Security checks aren't very high. Benefits are intended only to replace around 40% of pre-retirement income. You therefore need to supplement them with retirement ...

The Social Security Administration can deduct benefits from your monthly payment for a variety of reasons, and the amounts could change in 2026. The new tax law doesn't eliminate taxes on Social ...