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I've written about my now deceased friend, Don Winters, before. But I can tell from my emails that it's time to share his ...
The Trump administration is exploring ways to reduce costs and extend the lifespan of Social Security benefits. Here are some of their ideas.
Until now, Social Security disability benefits got easier to qualify for as a person reached 50 and above. The Trump plan would end that.
SSA confirmed a 2.8% COLA for 2026. Learn when checks hit, how taxes and Medicare may change, and the smart moves to keep ...
Social Security beneficiaries can see a personalized estimate of how much they could expect each month through the SSA’s calculator.
Only a small fraction of Americans, just 10%, adhere to a crucial Social Security strategy that could significantly enhance their retirement income. This strategy involves delaying claims to maximize ...
Millennials and younger generations are the ones most likely to be affected by any legislative alterations to the program, as it often takes years to implement changes even after they've become law.
If you're thinking of filing at 65, confirm your FRA, compare payouts at different ages, fix your earnings record, and plan ...
The SSA’s final October payments went out this week, and some beneficiaries will see two deposits in October — including an ...