Social Security earnings-test limits rise in 2026

Social Security's earnings-test limits also tend to increase from year to year. And 2026 is no exception. Next year, the ...

When Will Your Social Security Check Get Bigger After Your Big Raise?

Social Security retirees are getting a big benefits bump soon. The Social Security Administration recently announced a ...

3 Big Social Security Changes Coming in 2026 Might Surprise Retirees

CPI-W inflation measured 2.8% in the third quarter of 2025, so Social Security benefits will increase 2.8% in 2026. That is slightly larger than the 2.5% increase retirees received this year. The ...

When do I get my Social Security, SSI benefits? First round of November payments comes this week

After two checks in October, November won't have a SSI payment. Here's when you'll get your disability payments this month.

These 2026 Social Security changes could mean more money

In 2026, Social Security's earnings-test limit is rising from $23,400 to $24,480 for people who will be under full retirement ...

Here's Exactly How I Plan to Spend My Social Security Checks in Retirement

My plan for my Social Security benefits is simple. I'll use the money solely for fun spending, and not to cover any ...
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Should You Claim Social Security Sooner? A Shortfall and Shrinking Buying Power Spark Urgency for Retirees

Social Security benefits form the core of income for many retirees. The trust fund may be depleted by 2033, reducing future benefits. Social Security benefits have lost 20% of their buying power since ...

The Growing Middle-Class Retirement Concern Social Security COLA Isn’t Fixing

Even with a 2.8% COLA for 2026, many Americans are nonetheless worried about how Social Security will help pay for their rising expenses in retirement.